Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon P310
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Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon P310 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
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Revealed June 2012
- Replaced the Nikon P300
- Refreshed by Nikon P330

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon P310 Overview
Here is a extensive comparison of the Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon P310, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the P310 (16MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A2400 IS was released 4 months prior to the P310 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the A2400 IS grades against the P310 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon P310 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Nikon Coolpix P310. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Nikon P310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Nikon P310
A2400 IS | P310 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Canon A2400 IS
P310 | A2400 IS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Nikon P310
A2400 IS | P310 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | June 2012 | Same generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon P310 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A2400 IS provides exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon P310 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Check out the Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon P310 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the A2400 IS and the P310.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A2400 IS and P310 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon P310 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The photograph here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A2400 IS and P310.
All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should take the production date of the cameras into account.

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon P310 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon P310 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Nikon Coolpix P310 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Nikon Coolpix P310 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2012-06-22 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-100mm (4.2x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | 126 gr (0.28 lbs) | 194 gr (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shots | 230 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $149 | $700 |