Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Olympus SZ-30MR and Canon A2400 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Olympus SZ-30MR has external dimensions of 106 x 69 x 40 mm (4.17 x 2.72 x 1.57″) and weighs 226 g (0.50 lb / 7.97 oz) (including batteries). Canon A2400 IS has external dimensions of 94 x 54 x 20 mm (3.7 x 2.13 x 0.79″) and weighs 126 g (0.28 lb / 4.44 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Olympus SZ-30MR and the Canon A2400 IS. Canon A2400 IS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 12mm narrower, 15mm shorter and 20mm thinner than Olympus SZ-30MR.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Olympus SZ-30MR and Canon A2400 IS.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon A2400 IS is significantly lighter (100g ) than the Olympus SZ-30MR which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Olympus SZ-30MR nor Canon PowerShot A2400 IS provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Olympus SZ-30MR's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon A2400 IS's 2.7" screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.