Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S630
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Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S630 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-260mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 140g - 97 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched February 2009

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S630 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S630, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the A2400 IS (16MP) and S630 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A2400 IS was released 3 years after the S630 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the A2400 IS scores against the S630 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S630 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS & Nikon Coolpix S630. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A2400 IS Gallery & Nikon S630 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Nikon S630
A2400 IS | S630 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 37 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S630 over the Canon A2400 IS
S630 | A2400 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Nikon S630
A2400 IS | S630 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S630 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2400 IS features physical measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon S630 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
See the Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S630 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the A2400 IS compared to the S630.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A2400 IS and S630 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S630 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The image below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A2400 IS and S630.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Canon A2400 IS to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern A2400 IS will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S630 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2400 IS vs Nikon S630 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Nikon Coolpix S630 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Nikon Coolpix S630 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 37-260mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 lbs) | 140 gr (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 97 x 58 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | EN-L12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $149 | $240 |