Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX50V
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Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX50V 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
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5 - 6.3) lens
- 272g - 108 x 64 x 38mm
- Released April 2013
- Old Model is Sony HX30V

Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX50V Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX50V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A2400 IS was introduced 14 months before the HX50V which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the A2400 IS scores against the HX50V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX50V Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Sony HX50V
A2400 IS | HX50V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX50V over the Canon A2400 IS
HX50V | A2400 IS | |||
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Released | April 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 14 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Sony HX50V
A2400 IS | HX50V | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX50V Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A2400 IS has outside 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 Sony HX50V has specifications of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).
Look at the Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX50V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the A2400 IS against the HX50V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2400 IS and HX50V is 96 and 89 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX50V Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2400 IS and HX50V.
Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony HX50V to give you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged A2400 IS is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX50V Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX50V Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2013-04-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 2920 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5 - 6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | XtraFine LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 pounds) | 272g (0.60 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 108 x 64 x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 images | 400 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $149 | $439 |