Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

Here, we are comparing the Canon A2400 IS versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A2400 IS was revealed 11 months prior to the SZ-16 iHS so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the A2400 IS scores against the SZ-16 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon A2400 IS has got outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has sizing of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Canon A2400 IS versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the A2400 IS and the SZ-16 iHS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A2400 IS and SZ-16 iHS is 96 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The photograph below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A2400 IS and SZ-16 iHS.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos although you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older A2400 IS is going to be behind in sensor technology.