Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S3600
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Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S3600 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
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.7-6.6) lens
- 125g - 97 x 58 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2014

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S3600 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Canon A2400 IS and Nikon S3600, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the S3600 (20MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A2400 IS was unveiled 23 months prior to the S3600 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the A2400 IS matches up versus the S3600 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S3600 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Nikon Coolpix S3600. The full galleries are available at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Nikon S3600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Nikon S3600
A2400 IS | S3600 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3600 over the Canon A2400 IS
S3600 | A2400 IS | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 23 months |
Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Nikon S3600
A2400 IS | S3600 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S3600 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2400 IS enjoys outer 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 S3600 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Look at the Canon A2400 IS and Nikon S3600 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the A2400 IS versus the S3600.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A2400 IS and S3600 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S3600 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The photograph here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2400 IS and S3600.
To sum up, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S3600 to give you greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older A2400 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S3600 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Nikon Coolpix S3600 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Nikon Coolpix S3600 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2014-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.7-6.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1280x720p (30fps) , 1280x720 (25p), 640x480 (30fps ) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 lb) | 125g (0.28 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 97 x 58 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 photos | 230 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $149 | $200 |