Canon A2300 vs Nikon S3300
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Canon A2300 vs Nikon S3300 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
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
- Revealed February 2012
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Following is a detailed analysis of the Canon A2300 vs Nikon S3300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the S3300 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe A2300 was launched at a similar time to the S3300 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the A2300 matches up vs the S3300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2300 & Nikon Coolpix S3300. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A2300 Gallery & Nikon S3300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2300 over the Nikon S3300
| A2300 | S3300 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Canon A2300
| S3300 | A2300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Canon A2300 and Nikon S3300
| A2300 | S3300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | February 2012 | February 2012 | Similar age | |
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen measurements | |
| Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Canon A2300 vs Nikon S3300 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A2300 comes with exterior dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Nikon S3300 has measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the A2300 compared to the S3300.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A2300 and S3300 is 96 and 96 respectively.
Canon A2300 vs Nikon S3300 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The picture here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2300 and S3300.
As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of images though you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration.
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Canon A2300 vs Nikon S3300 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot A2300 | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
| Model | Canon PowerShot A2300 | Nikon Coolpix S3300 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2012-02-01 |
| 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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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 format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 pounds) | 128 grams (0.28 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
| 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 | 180 photos |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NB-11L | EN-EL19 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $139 | $99 |