Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic XS1
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Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic XS1 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Released January 2013
Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic XS1 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Canon A2400 IS versus Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe A2400 IS was unveiled 11 months earlier than the XS1 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the A2400 IS grades against the XS1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic XS1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The full galleries are provided at Canon A2400 IS Gallery & Panasonic XS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Panasonic XS1
A2400 IS | XS1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Canon A2400 IS
XS1 | A2400 IS | |||
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Released | January 2013 | February 2012 | Newer by 11 months |
Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Panasonic XS1
A2400 IS | XS1 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A2400 IS enjoys exterior 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 XS1 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A2400 IS versus Panasonic XS1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the A2400 IS versus the XS1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2400 IS and XS1 is 96 and 97 respectively.
Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2400 IS and XS1.
Plainly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures although you have to take the age of the cameras into account. The more aged A2400 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon A2400 IS vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2013-01-07 |
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 | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | 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), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 pounds) | 103g (0.23 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | 260 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $149 | $130 |