Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SP-610UZ
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Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SP-610UZ 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
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Succeeded the Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Replacement is Olympus SP-620 UZ

Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SP-610UZ Overview
Below is a in-depth analysis of the Canon A2400 IS and Olympus SP-610UZ, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the SP-610UZ (14MP) is very close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A2400 IS was introduced 14 months later than the SP-610UZ making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the A2400 IS matches up vs the SP-610UZ in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Olympus SP-610UZ. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Olympus SP-610UZ
A2400 IS | SP-610UZ | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Canon A2400 IS
SP-610UZ | A2400 IS | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Olympus SP-610UZ
A2400 IS | SP-610UZ | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SP-610UZ Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2400 IS has got physical measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Olympus SP-610UZ has dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A2400 IS and Olympus SP-610UZ in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the A2400 IS versus the SP-610UZ.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the A2400 IS and SP-610UZ is 96 and 79 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SP-610UZ Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The graphic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A2400 IS and SP-610UZ.
Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon A2400 IS to provide you with more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher A2400 IS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

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Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SP-610UZ Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Olympus SP-610UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Olympus SP-610UZ |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-02-07 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-616mm (22.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.7 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 6.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 pounds) | 405 gr (0.89 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") |
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 shots | 340 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-11L | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $149 | $299 |