Canon A2300 vs Nikon S30
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Canon A2300 vs Nikon S30 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
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
- Launched February 2012
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Following is a in depth assessment of the Canon A2300 versus Nikon S30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the A2300 (16MP) and S30 (10MP) and the A2300 (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") feature totally different sensor sizes.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe A2300 was released at a similar time to the S30 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the A2300 scores versus the S30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon A2300 over the Nikon S30
| A2300 | S30 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Canon A2300
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Common features in the Canon A2300 and Nikon S30
| A2300 | S30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2012 |  | February 2012 | Similar generation |
| Focus manually |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither has Touch screen |
Canon A2300 vs Nikon S30 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon A2300 has physical 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) whilst the Nikon S30 has measurements of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the A2300 vs the S30.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2300 and S30 is 96 and 90 respectively.
Canon A2300 vs Nikon S30 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2300 and S30.
As you can tell, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The A2300 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Canon A2300 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively.
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Canon A2300 vs Nikon S30 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot A2300 | Nikon Coolpix S30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot A2300 | Nikon Coolpix S30 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2012-02-07 | 2012-02-01 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.5 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | 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 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 125 grams (0.28 lb) | 214 grams (0.47 lb) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
| 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 life | 210 shots | 240 shots |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
| Battery ID | NB-11L | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $139 | $119 |