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 Sony RX100 IV and Canon A2400 IS side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony RX100 IV has external dimensions of 102 x 58 x 41 mm (4.02 x 2.28 x 1.61″) and weighs 298 g (0.66 lb / 10.51 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 Sony RX100 IV and the Canon A2400 IS. Canon A2400 IS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 8mm narrower, 4mm shorter and 21mm thinner than Sony RX100 IV.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Sony RX100 IV and Canon A2400 IS.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony RX100 IV 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 (172g ) than the Sony RX100 IV which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV 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
Sony RX100 IV's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon A2400 IS's 2.7" screen.
In addition to the size advantage, Sony RX100 IV LCD screen also has a
Tilting feature where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels. On the other hand, Canon A2400 IS has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to RX100 IV.