Canon A2400 IS vs Sony WX30

Here, we will be matching up the Canon A2400 IS vs Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the A2400 IS (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A2400 IS was revealed 7 months after the WX30 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the A2400 IS grades versus the WX30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2400 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The full galleries are available at Canon A2400 IS Gallery and Sony WX30 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon A2400 IS comes with external measurements 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 WX30 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the A2400 IS against the WX30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A2400 IS and WX30 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A2400 IS and WX30.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files although you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher A2400 IS should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.