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Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FZ28

Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
28
Overall
34
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 front
Portability
72
Imaging
32
Features
30
Overall
31

Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs

Canon A2400 IS
(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
Panasonic FZ28
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
  • 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
  • Released January 2009
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Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview

Following is a in depth assessment of the Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FZ28, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the A2400 IS (16MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A2400 IS was released 3 years after the FZ28 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the A2400 IS matches up vs the FZ28 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Panasonic FZ28

 A2400 IS FZ28 
ReleasedFebruary 2012January 2009More modern by 38 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Canon A2400 IS

 FZ28 A2400 IS 
Focus manually Very accurate focusing

Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Panasonic FZ28

 A2400 IS FZ28 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon A2400 IS features 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) and the Panasonic FZ28 has specifications of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") having a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

Examine the Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FZ28 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the A2400 IS vs the FZ28.

Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FZ28 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2400 IS and FZ28 is 96 and 72 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FZ28 top view buttons comparison

Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The pic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A2400 IS and FZ28.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon A2400 IS to show extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer A2400 IS will have an edge in sensor technology.

Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FZ28 sensor size comparison

Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon A2400 IS
Portrait photography with Panasonic FZ28
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good resolution (16MP)
provides face detect autofocus
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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you can focus manually
supports RAW formats
can't use external flash
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Canon A2400 IS as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FZ28 as a Street photography camera
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (126g)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
55
image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Canon A2400 IS Sports photography factors
Panasonic FZ28 Sports photography factors
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has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (190 per charge)
has no phase detect autofocus
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great zoom range (27-486mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon A2400 IS as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic FZ28 as a Travel photography camera
66
lighter than competitors in class (126g)
good resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse function
terrible battery life (190 per charge)
does not have selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
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built-in flash
rather wide (27mm)
very long reach (486mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
MP count low (10 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A2400 IS Landscape photography information
Panasonic FZ28 Landscape photography information
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relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
terrible battery life (190 CIPA)
no Time Lapse function
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you can focus manually
rather wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A2400 IS Vlogging features
Panasonic FZ28 Vlogging features
33
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect autofocus
lighter than competitors in class (126 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly display
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no mic port
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rather wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic support
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Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A2400 IS and Panasonic FZ28
 Canon PowerShot A2400 ISPanasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28
General Information
Brand Name Canon Panasonic
Model type Canon PowerShot A2400 IS Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2012-02-07 2009-01-15
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 27-486mm (18.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.8-6.9 f/2.8-4.4
Macro focusing range 3cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Features
Min shutter speed 15 seconds 60 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 8.50 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2)
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format H.264 -
Mic support
Headphone support
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 sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 126g (0.28 pounds) 417g (0.92 pounds)
Physical dimensions 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 27
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 17.9
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.1
DXO Low light rating not tested 79
Other
Battery life 190 pictures -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-11L -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $149 $599