Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon P530

On this page, we will be matching up the Canon A2400 IS versus Nikon P530, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the P530 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A2400 IS was introduced 24 months before the P530 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon A2400 IS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the A2400 IS matches up versus the P530 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Nikon Coolpix P530. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Nikon P530 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon A2400 IS offers exterior dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon P530 has sizing of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Check the Canon A2400 IS versus Nikon P530 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the A2400 IS against the P530.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2400 IS and P530 is 96 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2400 IS and P530.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you should really consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older A2400 IS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.