Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L110
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35 Features
28 Overall
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Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L110 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
- 150g - 95 x 62 x 31mm
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 406g - 109 x 74 x 78mm
- Announced February 2010
- Old Model is Nikon L100
- Successor is Nikon L120

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L110 Overview
Following is a complete comparison of the Canon A1100 IS versus Nikon L110, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A1100 IS (12MP) and the L110 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A1100 IS was unveiled 11 months before the L110 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the A1100 IS matches up vs the L110 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L110 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1100 IS and Nikon Coolpix L110. The full galleries are provided at Canon A1100 IS Gallery and Nikon L110 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1100 IS over the Nikon L110
A1100 IS | L110 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L110 over the Canon A1100 IS
L110 | A1100 IS | |||
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Announced | February 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 11 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper screen (+345k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A1100 IS and Nikon L110
A1100 IS | L110 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L110 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon A1100 IS offers exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Nikon L110 has sizing of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs).
Compare the Canon A1100 IS versus Nikon L110 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the A1100 IS compared to the L110.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A1100 IS and L110 is 93 and 77 respectively.

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L110 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The picture underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the A1100 IS and L110.
To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos although you may want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged A1100 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L110 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L110 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1100 IS | Nikon Coolpix L110 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1100 IS | Nikon Coolpix L110 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-02-18 | 2010-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | Expeed C2 |
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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 28-420mm (15.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.7-5.6 | f/3.5-5.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 115k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 13.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 150 grams (0.33 lbs) | 406 grams (0.90 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 109 x 74 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") |
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 ID | 2 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $160 | $280 |