Canon A3400 IS vs Canon SX610 HS
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Canon A3400 IS vs Canon SX610 HS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 126g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 191g - 105 x 61 x 27mm
- Announced January 2015
- Succeeded the Canon SX600 HS
Canon A3400 IS vs Canon SX610 HS Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Canon A3400 IS and Canon SX610 HS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Canon. The image resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the SX610 HS (20MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe A3400 IS was brought out 3 years prior to the SX610 HS which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the A3400 IS grades against the SX610 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon A3400 IS vs Canon SX610 HS Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS and Canon PowerShot SX610 HS. The entire galleries are available at Canon A3400 IS Gallery and Canon SX610 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3400 IS over the Canon SX610 HS
A3400 IS | SX610 HS | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Canon SX610 HS over the Canon A3400 IS
SX610 HS | A3400 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | February 2012 | Newer by 35 months | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3400 IS and Canon SX610 HS
A3400 IS | SX610 HS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Canon A3400 IS vs Canon SX610 HS Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Canon A3400 IS enjoys exterior dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Canon SX610 HS has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A3400 IS and Canon SX610 HS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the A3400 IS vs the SX610 HS.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A3400 IS and SX610 HS is 96 and 93 respectively.
Canon A3400 IS vs Canon SX610 HS Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The pic here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A3400 IS and SX610 HS.
To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX610 HS to deliver extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged A3400 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon A3400 IS vs Canon SX610 HS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Canon PowerShot SX610 HS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-02-07 | 2015-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | DIGIC 4+ |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
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 detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.8-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.5 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | 126 grams (0.28 lbs) | 191 grams (0.42 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 105 x 61 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | 180 shots | 270 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | NB-6LH |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $230 | $214 |