Canon A2300 vs Nikon L28
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Canon A2300 vs Nikon L28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 125g - 95 x 54 x 20mm
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2013

Canon A2300 vs Nikon L28 Overview
Below is a comprehensive review of the Canon A2300 versus Nikon L28, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the L28 (20MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A2300 was released 11 months before the L28 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the A2300 grades vs the L28 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A2300 vs Nikon L28 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2300 and Nikon Coolpix L28. The complete galleries are available at Canon A2300 Gallery and Nikon L28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2300 over the Nikon L28
A2300 | L28 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Canon A2300
L28 | A2300 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 11 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A2300 and Nikon L28
A2300 | L28 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Canon A2300 vs Nikon L28 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon A2300 enjoys physical dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon L28 has sizing of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Contrast the Canon A2300 versus Nikon L28 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the A2300 compared to the L28.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2300 and L28 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Canon A2300 vs Nikon L28 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The photograph below should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2300 and L28.
All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon L28 to deliver more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older A2300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon A2300 vs Nikon L28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2300 vs Nikon L28 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2300 | Nikon Coolpix L28 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2300 | Nikon Coolpix L28 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2013-01-29 |
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 | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
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) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 125 grams (0.28 lb) | 164 grams (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" 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 | 210 photos | 280 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-11L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $139 | $90 |