Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SH-50
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Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SH-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 269g - 112 x 63 x 42mm
- Revealed January 2013
Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SH-50 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Canon A2400 IS and Olympus SH-50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the SH-50 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe A2400 IS was revealed 11 months prior to the SH-50 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the A2400 IS scores versus the SH-50 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SH-50 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Olympus SH-50. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Olympus SH-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Olympus SH-50
A2400 IS | SH-50 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SH-50 over the Canon A2400 IS
SH-50 | A2400 IS | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | February 2012 | Newer by 11 months | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Olympus SH-50
A2400 IS | SH-50 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SH-50 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A2400 IS features external 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) whilst the Olympus SH-50 has specifications of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Check out the Canon A2400 IS and Olympus SH-50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the A2400 IS against the SH-50.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2400 IS and SH-50 is 96 and 88 respectively.
Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SH-50 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A2400 IS and SH-50.
As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you need to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged A2400 IS will be behind in sensor technology.
Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SH-50 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SH-50 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Olympus SH-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Olympus SH-50 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 pounds) | 269 gr (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 112 x 63 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
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 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $149 | $300 |