Canon A3000 IS vs Nikon S6300
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![Canon PowerShot A3000 IS front Canon PowerShot A3000 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A3000-IS/Canon-A3000-IS-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix S6300 front Nikon Coolpix S6300 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S6300/Nikon-S6300-front.jpg)
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Canon A3000 IS vs Nikon S6300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
- 165g - 97 x 58 x 28mm
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
- Introduced February 2012
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Canon A3000 IS vs Nikon S6300 Overview
Following is a detailed analysis of the Canon A3000 IS and Nikon S6300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the A3000 IS (10MP) and S6300 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The A3000 IS was manufactured 3 years prior to the S6300 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the A3000 IS scores vs the S6300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon A3000 IS vs Nikon S6300 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3000 IS and Nikon Coolpix S6300. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A3000 IS Gallery and Nikon S6300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3000 IS over the Nikon S6300
A3000 IS | S6300 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the Canon A3000 IS
S6300 | A3000 IS | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 25 months |
Common features in the Canon A3000 IS and Nikon S6300
A3000 IS | S6300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon A3000 IS vs Nikon S6300 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon A3000 IS features outside measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Nikon S6300 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the Canon A3000 IS and Nikon S6300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the A3000 IS vs the S6300.
![Canon A3000 IS vs Nikon S6300 size comparison Canon A3000 IS vs Nikon S6300 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3000-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3000 IS and S6300 is 94 and 94 respectively.
![Canon A3000 IS vs Nikon S6300 top view buttons comparison Canon A3000 IS vs Nikon S6300 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3000-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A3000 IS vs Nikon S6300 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by seeing specifications. The pic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A3000 IS and S6300.
To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S6300 to provide greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged A3000 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
![Canon A3000 IS vs Nikon S6300 sensor size comparison Canon A3000 IS vs Nikon S6300 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3000-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A3000 IS vs Nikon S6300 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A3000 IS vs Nikon S6300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A3000 IS vs Nikon S6300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3000-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S6300-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon A3000 IS vs Nikon S6300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3000 IS | Nikon Coolpix S6300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3000 IS | Nikon Coolpix S6300 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-05 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.7-5.6 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 165 gr (0.36 lbs) | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 230 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-8L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom, Face) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $240 | $200 |