Canon A2400 IS vs Sony H90
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Canon A2400 IS vs Sony H90 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
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 222g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Introduced February 2012

Canon A2400 IS vs Sony H90 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon A2400 IS and Sony H90, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A2400 IS was revealed within a month of the H90 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the A2400 IS grades vs the H90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A2400 IS vs Sony H90 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A2400 IS Gallery & Sony H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Sony H90
A2400 IS | H90 |
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Reasons to pick Sony H90 over the Canon A2400 IS
H90 | A2400 IS | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Sony H90
A2400 IS | H90 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Canon A2400 IS vs Sony H90 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A2400 IS provides exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Sony H90 has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Compare the Canon A2400 IS and Sony H90 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the A2400 IS and the H90.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2400 IS and H90 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Sony H90 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A2400 IS and H90.
Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures although you need to take the age of the products into consideration.

Canon A2400 IS vs Sony H90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2400 IS vs Sony H90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 lbs) | 222g (0.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 shots | 290 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $149 | $230 |