Canon A2400 IS vs Fujifilm X30

Its time to look closer at the Canon A2400 IS versus Fujifilm X30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the A2400 IS (16MP) and Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the A2400 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The A2400 IS was announced 3 years earlier than the Fujifilm X30 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the A2400 IS grades against the Fujifilm X30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Fujifilm X30. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Fujifilm X30 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon A2400 IS offers exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Fujifilm X30 has sizing of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs).

Analyze the Canon A2400 IS versus Fujifilm X30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the A2400 IS and the Fujifilm X30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2400 IS and Fujifilm X30 is 96 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to see the difference between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A2400 IS and Fujifilm X30.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The A2400 IS having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Canon A2400 IS will deliver more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older A2400 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.