Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon L19

On this page, we are evaluating the Canon A2400 IS and Nikon L19, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the A2400 IS (16MP) and L19 (8MP) and the A2400 IS (1/2.3") and L19 (1/2.5") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The A2400 IS was launched 3 years after the L19 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A2400 IS scores against the L19 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS & Nikon Coolpix L19. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A2400 IS Gallery & Nikon L19 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The Canon A2400 IS enjoys exterior 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) whilst the Nikon L19 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Canon A2400 IS and Nikon L19 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the A2400 IS compared to the L19.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A2400 IS and L19 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The pic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2400 IS and L19.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The A2400 IS due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Canon A2400 IS will give you more detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer A2400 IS will have an advantage in sensor technology.