Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus 8000

Let's take a closer look at the Canon A2400 IS and Olympus 8000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the A2400 IS (16MP) and 8000 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A2400 IS was introduced 2 years later than the 8000 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the A2400 IS scores vs the 8000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS & Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A2400 IS Gallery & Olympus 8000 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A2400 IS provides 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 8000 has measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the A2400 IS compared to the 8000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2400 IS and 8000 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by going over a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A2400 IS and 8000.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Canon A2400 IS to deliver extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern A2400 IS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.