Canon A1300 vs Nikon L820

Here, we are looking at the Canon A1300 versus Nikon L820, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the L820 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A1300 was launched 11 months prior to the L820 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon A1300 being a Compact camera and the Nikon L820 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the A1300 scores against the L820 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A1300 and Nikon Coolpix L820. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A1300 Gallery and Nikon L820 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A1300 comes with exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Nikon L820 has measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 85mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 470 grams (1.04 lbs).

Check out the Canon A1300 versus Nikon L820 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the A1300 against the L820.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1300 and L820 is 93 and 72 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A1300 and L820.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you will want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The older A1300 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.