Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon L120
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Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon L120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 126g - 94 x 54 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
- Announced February 2011
- Older Model is Nikon L110

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon L120 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Canon A2400 IS and Nikon L120, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the L120 (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A2400 IS was announced 13 months later than the L120 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the A2400 IS matches up vs the L120 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon L120 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS & Nikon Coolpix L120. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A2400 IS Gallery & Nikon L120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Nikon L120
A2400 IS | L120 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2011 | Fresher by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Canon A2400 IS
L120 | A2400 IS | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Nikon L120
A2400 IS | L120 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon L120 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Canon A2400 IS has got outside 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) while the Nikon L120 has specifications of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).
Check the Canon A2400 IS and Nikon L120 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the A2400 IS against the L120.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A2400 IS and L120 is 96 and 75 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon L120 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A2400 IS and L120.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Canon A2400 IS to give more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent A2400 IS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon L120 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon L120 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Nikon Coolpix L120 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Nikon Coolpix L120 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2011-02-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 6.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 lb) | 431g (0.95 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 pictures | 330 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-11L | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $149 | $300 |