Canon A2400 IS vs Sony WX10
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Canon A2400 IS vs Sony WX10 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
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-168mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 161g - 95 x 54 x 23mm
- Announced January 2011
Canon A2400 IS vs Sony WX10 Overview
The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Canon A2400 IS versus Sony WX10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe A2400 IS was released 14 months after the WX10 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the A2400 IS grades vs the WX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon A2400 IS vs Sony WX10 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2400 IS over the Sony WX10
A2400 IS | WX10 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | January 2011 | Newer by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Sony WX10 over the Canon A2400 IS
WX10 | A2400 IS | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 2.8" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.1") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2400 IS and Sony WX10
A2400 IS | WX10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon A2400 IS vs Sony WX10 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon A2400 IS has got outside dimensions 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 WX10 has measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A2400 IS versus Sony WX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the A2400 IS versus the WX10.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A2400 IS and WX10 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Canon A2400 IS vs Sony WX10 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching specs. The image below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A2400 IS and WX10.
All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you would want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The newer A2400 IS provides an advantage in sensor tech.
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Canon A2400 IS vs Sony WX10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2400 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-168mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.8 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD Plus |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 7.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 126 gr (0.28 pounds) | 161 gr (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 95 x 54 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
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 | - |
Style of battery | 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 recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $149 | $200 |