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Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic LS5

Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
28
Overall
34
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic LS5 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
  • Released February 2012
Panasonic LS5
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
  • 126g - 97 x 62 x 27mm
  • Announced July 2011
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Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic LS5 Overview

Following is a thorough comparison of the Canon A2400 IS and Panasonic LS5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A2400 IS was announced 7 months after the LS5 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the A2400 IS scores versus the LS5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Panasonic LS5

 A2400 IS LS5 
AnnouncedFebruary 2012July 2011More modern by 7 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic LS5 over the Canon A2400 IS

 LS5 A2400 IS 

Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Panasonic LS5

 A2400 IS LS5 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.7"2.7"Same screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic LS5 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A2400 IS has got outer dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic LS5 has specifications of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Canon A2400 IS and Panasonic LS5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the A2400 IS and the LS5.

Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic LS5 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A2400 IS and LS5 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic LS5 top view buttons comparison

Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic LS5 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The image underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2400 IS and LS5.

To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Canon A2400 IS to offer more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher A2400 IS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic LS5 sensor size comparison

Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic LS5 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic LS5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A2400 IS Portrait photography information
Panasonic LS5 Portrait photography information
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MP count good (16 megapixels)
supports face detect focus
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
33
megapixel count decent (14MP)
provides face detection focusing
manual focus not available
no manual control
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon A2400 IS as a Street photography camera
Panasonic LS5 as a Street photography camera
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has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (126 grams)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (126 grams)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon A2400 IS Sports photography advice
Panasonic LS5 Sports photography advice
38
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
supports tracking focus
slow frames per second (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
small sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery power (190 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (160 CIPA)
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon A2400 IS
Travel photography with Panasonic LS5
66
lighter than competition (126g)
MP count good (16MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
not so great battery power (190 shots)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
65
lighter than competitors in class (126g)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse function
not so great battery pack (160 per charge)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon A2400 IS
Landscape photography with Panasonic LS5
37
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
not so great battery power (190 shots)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
36
reasonably wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7")
no manual control
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
not so great battery pack (160 CIPA)
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon A2400 IS
Vlogging with Panasonic LS5
33
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focus
lighter than competition (126g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic jack
32
reasonably wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection focusing
lighter than competitors in class (126 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic support
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Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic LS5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A2400 IS and Panasonic LS5
 Canon PowerShot A2400 ISPanasonic Lumix DMC-LS5
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Panasonic
Model type Canon PowerShot A2400 IS Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2012-02-07 2011-07-21
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 16MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.8-6.9 f/2.8-6.5
Macro focusing distance 3cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen technology - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15s 8s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 4.60 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
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), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format H.264 Motion JPEG
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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 126g (0.28 lb) 126g (0.28 lb)
Physical dimensions 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") 97 x 62 x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 photos 160 photos
Battery style Battery Pack AA
Battery ID NB-11L 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Cost at release $149 $294