Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SZ-30MR
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Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SZ-30MR 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
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Announced March 2011

Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SZ-30MR Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Canon A2400 IS and Olympus SZ-30MR, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the SZ-30MR (16MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The A2400 IS was manufactured 12 months later than the SZ-30MR and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the A2400 IS matches up vs the SZ-30MR in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Olympus SZ-30MR. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Olympus SZ-30MR
A2400 IS | SZ-30MR | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | March 2011 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-30MR over the Canon A2400 IS
SZ-30MR | A2400 IS | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Olympus SZ-30MR
A2400 IS | SZ-30MR | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SZ-30MR Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon A2400 IS has got exterior dimensions 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-30MR has specifications of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A2400 IS and Olympus SZ-30MR in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the A2400 IS compared to the SZ-30MR.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2400 IS and SZ-30MR is 96 and 89 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SZ-30MR Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the A2400 IS and SZ-30MR.
As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent A2400 IS should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

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Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus SZ-30MR Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Olympus SZ-30MR | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Olympus SZ-30MR |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2011-03-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1700 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.00 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 lb) | 226g (0.50 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photographs | 220 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $149 | $279 |