Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FH20
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Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 178g - 100 x 56 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FS30

Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FH20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The A2400 IS was launched 2 years after the FH20 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the A2400 IS grades against the FH20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A2400 IS Gallery & Panasonic FH20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Panasonic FH20
A2400 IS | FH20 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 26 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH20 over the Canon A2400 IS
FH20 | A2400 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Panasonic FH20
A2400 IS | FH20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2400 IS offers physical 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 Panasonic FH20 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check out the Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FH20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the A2400 IS versus the FH20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A2400 IS and FH20 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The image here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2400 IS and FH20.
To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon A2400 IS to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher A2400 IS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

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Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FH20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FS30 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.80 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126 grams (0.28 lb) | 178 grams (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 100 x 56 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
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 | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $149 | $179 |