Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon AW100

The following is a in-depth review of the Canon A2400 IS and Nikon AW100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the AW100 (16MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A2400 IS was released 6 months after the AW100 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the A2400 IS grades against the AW100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Nikon Coolpix AW100. The complete galleries are available at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Nikon AW100 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon A2400 IS comes with outer dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon AW100 has proportions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A2400 IS and Nikon AW100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the A2400 IS and the AW100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2400 IS and AW100 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The image below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2400 IS and AW100.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should always take the release date of the cameras into account.