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Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX99

Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
28
Overall
34
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99 front
Portability
91
Imaging
45
Features
67
Overall
53

Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX99 Key Specs

Canon A2400 IS
(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
Sony HX99
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3-inch Sensor
  • 3.00" Tilting Display
  • ISO 80 - 12800
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.5-6.4) lens
  • 242g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
  • Introduced September 2018
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Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX99 Overview

On this page, we are looking at the Canon A2400 IS and Sony HX99, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the HX99 (18MP) is fairly similar but the A2400 IS (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) posses different sensor sizing.

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The A2400 IS was revealed 7 years prior to the HX99 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the A2400 IS grades against the HX99 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Sony HX99

 A2400 IS HX99 

Reasons to pick Sony HX99 over the Canon A2400 IS

 HX99 A2400 IS 
IntroducedSeptember 2018February 2012Newer by 79 months
Manual focus Very precise focus
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display dimensions3.00"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution921k230kSharper display (+691k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Sony HX99

 A2400 IS HX99 

Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX99 Physical Comparison

If you're going to travel with your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A2400 IS enjoys outer dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Sony HX99 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Compare the Canon A2400 IS and Sony HX99 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the A2400 IS against the HX99.

Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX99 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A2400 IS and HX99 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX99 top view buttons comparison

Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX99 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A2400 IS and HX99.

Plainly, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The A2400 IS having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony HX99 will deliver more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged A2400 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX99 sensor size comparison

Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX99 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX99 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon A2400 IS
Portrait photography with Sony HX99
34
good resolution (16MP)
features face detection focus
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
53
you can focus manually
good resolution (18 megapixels)
has face detection focusing
supports RAW files
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3-inch)
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Street Comparison

Canon A2400 IS Street photography highlights
Sony HX99 Street photography highlights
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (126 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
77
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization
supports RAW files
lighter than competition (242 grams)
small sensor size (1/2.3-inch)
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Sports Comparison

Canon A2400 IS Sports photography features
Sony HX99 Sports photography features
38
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
low battery life (190 CIPA)
no phase detect auto focus
58
great zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization
good resolution (18MP)
has tracking autofocus
great battery pack (360 per charge)
small sensor size (1/2.3-inch)
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon A2400 IS Travel photography factors
Sony HX99 Travel photography factors
66
lighter than competitors in class (126 grams)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
no Timelapse function
low battery life (190 per charge)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
76
great battery pack (360 shots)
lighter than competition (242g)
good resolution (18MP)
has built in flash
display is selfie friendly
relatively wide (24mm)
great zoom (720mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A2400 IS Landscape photography details
Sony HX99 Landscape photography details
37
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual exposure
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
low battery life (190 shots)
no Timelapse function
58
you can focus manually
relatively wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3.00 inch)
has image stabilization
good resolution (18 megapixels)
supports RAW files
great battery pack (360 CIPA)
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
small sensor size (1/2.3-inch)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A2400 IS Vlogging info
Sony HX99 Vlogging info
33
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focus
lighter than competitors in class (126g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external microphone port
76
relatively wide (24mm)
display is selfie friendly
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization
has face detection focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
lighter than competition (242g)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have external microphone jack
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Canon A2400 IS vs Sony HX99 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A2400 IS and Sony HX99
 Canon PowerShot A2400 ISSony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99
General Information
Make Canon Sony
Model Canon PowerShot A2400 IS Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2012-02-07 2018-09-01
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3-inch
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 18MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 4896 x 3672
Max native ISO 1600 12800
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 24-720mm (30.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.8-6.9 f/3.5-6.4
Macro focus range 3cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Tilting
Display sizing 2.7 inches 3.00 inches
Resolution of display 230k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 638k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.5x
Features
Min shutter speed 15s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m 5.40 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, flash on, slow sync, flash off, rear sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p, 120p)
Max video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video file format H.264 AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 126g (0.28 pounds) 242g (0.53 pounds)
Physical dimensions 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 photos 360 photos
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NB-11L NP-BX1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo
Storage slots One One
Retail price $149 $469