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Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L24

Portability
93
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27
Canon PowerShot A1100 IS front
 
Nikon Coolpix L24 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
20
Overall
30

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L24 Key Specs

Canon A1100 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
  • 150g - 95 x 62 x 31mm
  • Revealed February 2009
Nikon L24
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
  • 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
  • Announced February 2011
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Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L24 Overview

In this article, we are evaluating the Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L24, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A1100 IS (12MP) and the L24 (14MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1100 IS was introduced 24 months prior to the L24 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the A1100 IS matches up versus the L24 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon A1100 IS over the Nikon L24

 A1100 IS L24 

Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Canon A1100 IS

 L24 A1100 IS 
AnnouncedFebruary 2011February 2009Fresher by 24 months
Display sizing3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution230k115kClearer display (+115k dot)

Common features in the Canon A1100 IS and Nikon L24

 A1100 IS L24 
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither offers Touch friendly display

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L24 Physical Comparison

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A1100 IS offers exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Nikon L24 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the A1100 IS and the L24.

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L24 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the A1100 IS and L24 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L24 top view buttons comparison

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L24 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A1100 IS and L24.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon L24 to result in extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older A1100 IS will be behind in sensor technology.

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L24 sensor size comparison

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L24 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L24 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Portrait photography features
Nikon L24 Portrait photography features
26
supports face detect autofocus
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
33
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
features face detection focusing
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Street photography info
Nikon L24 Street photography info
56
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
47
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Sports photography info
Nikon L24 Sports photography info
25
image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
26
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon A1100 IS
Travel photography with Nikon L24
50
flash built-in
no Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
57
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A1100 IS as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon L24 as a Landscape photography camera
27
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
screen is small (2.5 inches)
no manual control
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Timelapse mode
33
decent sized screen (3 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A1100 IS Vlogging highlights
Nikon L24 Vlogging highlights
27
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect autofocus
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.7)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (640 x 480 pxls)
no microphone support
25
features face detection focusing
wide angle not good (37mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have external microphone jack
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Canon A1100 IS vs Nikon L24 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A1100 IS and Nikon L24
 Canon PowerShot A1100 ISNikon Coolpix L24
General Information
Brand Name Canon Nikon
Model Canon PowerShot A1100 IS Nikon Coolpix L24
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-02-18 2011-02-09
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Digic 4 Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-140mm (4.0x) 37-134mm (3.6x)
Highest aperture f/2.7-5.6 f/3.1-6.7
Macro focus distance 3cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 115 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (tunnel) None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 secs 4 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1600 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.00 m 7.00 m
Flash modes Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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) 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone 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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 150 grams (0.33 lbs) 182 grams (0.40 lbs)
Dimensions 95 x 62 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 - 220 images
Battery format - AA
Battery model 2 x AA 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus SD / SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Price at launch $160 $119