Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon L110
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Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon L110 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-216mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 185g - 102 x 64 x 32mm
- Revealed February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 406g - 109 x 74 x 78mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Older Model is Nikon L100
- Refreshed by Nikon L120
Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon L110 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Canon A2100 IS and Nikon L110, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the L110 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe A2100 IS was manufactured 11 months earlier than the L110 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the A2100 IS grades versus the L110 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon L110 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS and Nikon Coolpix L110. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A2100 IS Gallery and Nikon L110 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the Nikon L110
A2100 IS | L110 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L110 over the Canon A2100 IS
L110 | A2100 IS | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | February 2009 | Fresher by 11 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2100 IS and Nikon L110
A2100 IS | L110 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon L110 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon A2100 IS offers outside measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Nikon L110 has sizing of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A2100 IS and Nikon L110 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the A2100 IS and the L110.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2100 IS and L110 is 92 and 77 respectively.
Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon L110 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A2100 IS and L110.
As you can see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of images however you should really factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older A2100 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon L110 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon A2100 IS vs Nikon L110 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Nikon Coolpix L110 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Nikon Coolpix L110 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-02-18 | 2010-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-216mm (6.0x) | 28-420mm (15.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/3.5-5.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 13.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185 gr (0.41 pounds) | 406 gr (0.90 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 109 x 74 x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | One | One |
Launch cost | $220 | $280 |