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Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
28
Overall
34
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
44
Overall
41

Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G 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
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Launched August 2012
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Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon A2400 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A2400 IS was introduced 6 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 4G and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the A2400 IS matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 4G in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 A2400 IS Galaxy Camera 4G 
Screen resolution230k0kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Canon A2400 IS

 Galaxy Camera 4G A2400 IS 
Screen dimensions4.8"2.7"Bigger screen (+2.1")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 A2400 IS Galaxy Camera 4G 
LaunchedFebruary 2012August 2012Similar generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2400 IS comes with exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check out the Canon A2400 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the A2400 IS and the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2400 IS and Galaxy Camera 4G is 96 and 90 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G top view buttons comparison

Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through a spec sheet. The image here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A2400 IS and Galaxy Camera 4G.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of images but you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G sensor size comparison

Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A2400 IS Portrait photography information
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Portrait photography information
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sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
supports face detection focusing
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon A2400 IS Street photography details
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Street photography details
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (126g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (305g)
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Canon A2400 IS as a Sports photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Sports photography camera
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image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
supports tracking autofocus
slow frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
low battery life (190 shots)
doesn't have phase detect AF
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incredible zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon A2400 IS Travel photography information
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Travel photography information
66
lighter than competition in class (126g)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse function
low battery life (190 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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lighter than competition (305g)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
rather wide (23mm)
great zoom (481mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
missing Timelapse function
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A2400 IS as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Landscape photography camera
37
reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual exposure not available
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
low battery life (190 shots)
missing Time Lapse function
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rather wide (23mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
lovely big screen (4.8")
image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual exposure
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A2400 IS Vlogging factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Vlogging factors
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reasonably wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection focusing
lighter than competition in class (126 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external mic jack
37
rather wide (23mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
screen is touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition (305g)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
missing external microphone port
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Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A2400 IS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
 Canon PowerShot A2400 ISSamsung Galaxy Camera 4G
General Information
Make Canon Samsung
Model Canon PowerShot A2400 IS Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2012-02-07 2012-08-29
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - 1.4GHz Quad-Core
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 -
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-6.9 -
Macro focus distance 3cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 4.8"
Resolution of screen 230k dot 0k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech - 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 secs -
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs -
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.00 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync no built-in flash
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 126g (0.28 lbs) 305g (0.67 lbs)
Physical dimensions 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7")
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 photos -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model NB-11L -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Launch pricing $149 $550