Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus VH-410
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Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus VH-410 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
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 152g - 102 x 60 x 21mm
- Launched August 2012

Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus VH-410 Overview
Below is a extensive comparison of the Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus VH-410, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the VH-410 (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The A3400 IS was announced 6 months prior to the VH-410 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the A3400 IS grades vs the VH-410 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus VH-410 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS and Olympus VH-410. The whole galleries are available at Canon A3400 IS Gallery and Olympus VH-410 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3400 IS over the Olympus VH-410
A3400 IS | VH-410 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus VH-410 over the Canon A3400 IS
VH-410 | A3400 IS | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3400 IS and Olympus VH-410
A3400 IS | VH-410 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | August 2012 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus VH-410 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3400 IS enjoys outer dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Olympus VH-410 has dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus VH-410 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the A3400 IS vs the VH-410.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3400 IS and VH-410 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus VH-410 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching specs. The visual here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A3400 IS and VH-410.
All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs but you should factor the release date of the cameras into account.

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Canon A3400 IS vs Olympus VH-410 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Olympus VH-410 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Olympus VH-410 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2012-08-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.70 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 lbs) | 152g (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 102 x 60 x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 180 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $230 | $186 |