Canon A2400 IS vs Olympus VG-120

Below is a thorough analysis of the Canon A2400 IS and Olympus VG-120, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the VG-120 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A2400 IS was revealed 14 months later than the VG-120 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon A2400 IS being a Compact camera and the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the A2400 IS grades against the VG-120 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Olympus VG-120. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Olympus VG-120 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A2400 IS has external dimensions 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 VG-120 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A2400 IS and Olympus VG-120 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the A2400 IS vs the VG-120.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A2400 IS and VG-120 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The photograph here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2400 IS and VG-120.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon A2400 IS to provide more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The newer A2400 IS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.