Canon A1300 vs Nikon L26
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![Canon PowerShot A1300 front Canon PowerShot A1300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A1300/Canon-A1300-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix L26 front Nikon Coolpix L26 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L26/Nikon-L26-front.jpg)
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39 Features
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Canon A1300 vs Nikon L26 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 174g - 95 x 62 x 30mm
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Announced February 2012
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Canon A1300 vs Nikon L26 Overview
The following is a extensive review of the Canon A1300 vs Nikon L26, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the L26 (16MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The A1300 was brought out very close to the L26 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the A1300 matches up vs the L26 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon A1300 vs Nikon L26 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1300 & Nikon Coolpix L26. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A1300 Gallery & Nikon L26 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1300 over the Nikon L26
A1300 | L26 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Canon A1300
L26 | A1300 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A1300 and Nikon L26
A1300 | L26 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon A1300 vs Nikon L26 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A1300 provides external measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Nikon L26 has dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
See the Canon A1300 vs Nikon L26 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the A1300 vs the L26.
![Canon A1300 vs Nikon L26 size comparison Canon A1300 vs Nikon L26 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1300-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L26-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A1300 and L26 is 93 and 93 respectively.
![Canon A1300 vs Nikon L26 top view buttons comparison Canon A1300 vs Nikon L26 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1300-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L26-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A1300 vs Nikon L26 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through technical specs. The picture here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A1300 and L26.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files however you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account.
![Canon A1300 vs Nikon L26 sensor size comparison Canon A1300 vs Nikon L26 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1300-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L26-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A1300 vs Nikon L26 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A1300 vs Nikon L26 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A1300 vs Nikon L26 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A1300-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L26-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon A1300 vs Nikon L26 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1300 | Nikon Coolpix L26 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1300 | Nikon Coolpix L26 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-07 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
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 | 174 gr (0.38 pounds) | 164 gr (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" 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 | 200 images |
Form of battery | AA | AA |
Battery model | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $119 | $70 |