Canon A2300 vs Nikon L19

On this page, we are contrasting the Canon A2300 and Nikon L19, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the A2300 (16MP) and L19 (8MP) and the A2300 (1/2.3") and L19 (1/2.5") have totally different sensor size.

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The A2300 was brought out 3 years after the L19 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the A2300 matches up versus the L19 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2300 and Nikon Coolpix L19. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A2300 Gallery and Nikon L19 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon A2300 provides exterior dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon L19 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Canon A2300 and Nikon L19 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the A2300 against the L19.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A2300 and L19 is 96 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The image below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A2300 and L19.

All in all, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The A2300 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Canon A2300 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern A2300 will have an edge in sensor innovation.