Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung HZ10W
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Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung HZ10W 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
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Launched May 2009
- Also Known as WB500

Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Canon A2400 IS versus Samsung HZ10W, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the A2400 IS (16MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A2400 IS was unveiled 2 years later than the HZ10W and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the A2400 IS matches up versus the HZ10W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS & Samsung HZ10W. The full galleries are available at Canon A2400 IS Gallery & Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Samsung HZ10W
A2400 IS | HZ10W | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | May 2009 | Fresher by 34 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Canon A2400 IS
HZ10W | A2400 IS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Samsung HZ10W
A2400 IS | HZ10W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon A2400 IS offers physical dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung HZ10W has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Contrast the Canon A2400 IS versus Samsung HZ10W in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the A2400 IS compared to the HZ10W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2400 IS and HZ10W is 96 and 90 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The graphic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A2400 IS and HZ10W.
Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Canon A2400 IS to produce greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger A2400 IS provides an edge in sensor technology.

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Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Samsung HZ10W |
Otherwise known as | - | WB500 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-07 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | 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 | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2432 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126 grams (0.28 lb) | 249 grams (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $149 | $300 |