Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung WB50F

Below, we will be reviewing the Canon A2400 IS versus Samsung WB50F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A2400 IS was announced 23 months before the WB50F which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the A2400 IS matches up against the WB50F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Samsung WB50F. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon A2400 IS has got physical dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Samsung WB50F has proportions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A2400 IS versus Samsung WB50F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the A2400 IS versus the WB50F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A2400 IS and WB50F is 96 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The picture below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A2400 IS and WB50F.

As you can tell, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you should always take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged A2400 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.