Canon A2400 IS vs Samsung WB800F

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Canon A2400 IS and Samsung WB800F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the WB800F (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A2400 IS was introduced 11 months prior to the WB800F so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the A2400 IS scores versus the WB800F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Samsung WB800F. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon A2400 IS has outer 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) and the Samsung WB800F has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A2400 IS and Samsung WB800F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the A2400 IS compared to the WB800F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2400 IS and WB800F is 96 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The visual underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2400 IS and WB800F.

All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures but you should always take the release date of the products into consideration. The older A2400 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.