Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S30
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Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S30 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
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
- Introduced February 2012

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S30 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the A2400 IS (16MP) and S30 (10MP) and the A2400 IS (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") use totally different sensor sizing.

The A2400 IS was manufactured very close to the S30 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the A2400 IS scores against the S30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S30 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS & Nikon Coolpix S30. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A2400 IS Gallery & Nikon S30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Nikon S30
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Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Canon A2400 IS
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Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Nikon S30
A2400 IS | S30 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S30 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon A2400 IS has outer 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 S30 has specifications of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check out the Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the A2400 IS against the S30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2400 IS and S30 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S30 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The picture here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A2400 IS and S30.
As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The A2400 IS due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon A2400 IS will produce more detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively.

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Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Nikon Coolpix S30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Nikon Coolpix S30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.5fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 lb) | 214 gr (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
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 images | 240 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-11L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $149 | $119 |