Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon P7100
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Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon P7100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 126g - 94 x 54 x 20mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-200mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 395g - 116 x 77 x 48mm
- Launched February 2012
- Superseded the Nikon P7000
- Replacement is Nikon P7700

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon P7100 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Canon A2400 IS versus Nikon P7100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the A2400 IS (16MP) and P7100 (10MP) and the A2400 IS (1/2.3") and P7100 (1/1.7") enjoy totally different sensor size.

The A2400 IS was unveiled about the same time to the P7100 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the A2400 IS grades versus the P7100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon P7100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Nikon Coolpix P7100. The full galleries are available at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Nikon P7100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Nikon P7100
A2400 IS | P7100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P7100 over the Canon A2400 IS
P7100 | A2400 IS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Nikon P7100
A2400 IS | P7100 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Same generation |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon P7100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A2400 IS provides outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon P7100 has measurements of 116mm x 77mm x 48mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 1.9") with a weight of 395 grams (0.87 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A2400 IS versus Nikon P7100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the A2400 IS vs the P7100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A2400 IS and P7100 is 96 and 82 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon P7100 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The pic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A2400 IS and P7100.
As you can see, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The A2400 IS using its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Canon A2400 IS will show more detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon P7100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon P7100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Nikon Coolpix P7100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Nikon Coolpix P7100 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2012-02-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD monitor with anti- reflection coating and 5-level brightness adjustment |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (tunnel) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 80 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.3 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 9.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto with red-eye reduction, Fill flash, Manual, Slow sync, Rear curtain flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 lb) | 395 gr (0.87 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 116 x 77 x 48mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 41 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 165 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 photographs | 350 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 or 2 second delay) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $149 | $750 |