Canon A2300 vs Nikon S6000
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Canon A2300 vs Nikon S6000 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
- Launched February 2010
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On this page, we are comparing the Canon A2300 vs Nikon S6000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the S6000 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe A2300 was introduced 2 years later than the S6000 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the A2300 matches up vs the S6000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2300 & Nikon Coolpix S6000. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A2300 Gallery & Nikon S6000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2300 over the Nikon S6000
| A2300 | S6000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2012 | February 2010 | Fresher by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Canon A2300
| S6000 | A2300 |
|---|
Common features in the Canon A2300 and Nikon S6000
| A2300 | S6000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal display dimensions | |
| Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
| Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
| Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Canon A2300 vs Nikon S6000 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon A2300 features exterior measurements 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 S6000 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
See the Canon A2300 vs Nikon S6000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the A2300 and the S6000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2300 and S6000 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Canon A2300 vs Nikon S6000 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The graphic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A2300 and S6000.
To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Canon A2300 to resolve greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent A2300 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon A2300 vs Nikon S6000 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot A2300 | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot A2300 | Nikon Coolpix S6000 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2010-02-03 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Expeed C2 |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.7-5.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 2cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
| Mic 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 125 grams (0.28 pounds) | 156 grams (0.34 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 images | - |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NB-11L | EN-EL12 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $139 | $300 |