Clicky

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon L19

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34
Canon PowerShot A3200 IS front
 
Nikon Coolpix L19 front
Portability
94
Imaging
31
Features
11
Overall
23

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon L19 Key Specs

Canon A3200 IS
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F) lens
  • 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
  • Launched January 2011
Nikon L19
(Full Review)
  • 8MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • ()mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
  • 130g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
  • Launched February 2009
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon L19 Overview

Its time to look more closely at the Canon A3200 IS and Nikon L19, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the A3200 IS (14MP) and L19 (8MP) and the A3200 IS (1/2.3") and L19 (1/2.5") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The A3200 IS was introduced 24 months after the L19 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the A3200 IS matches up vs the L19 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixels
	
	

Reasons to pick Canon A3200 IS over the Nikon L19

 A3200 IS L19 
LaunchedJanuary 2011February 2009Newer by 24 months

Reasons to pick Nikon L19 over the Canon A3200 IS

 L19 A3200 IS 

Common features in the Canon A3200 IS and Nikon L19

 A3200 IS L19 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither contains Touch friendly screen

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon L19 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and volume. The Canon A3200 IS has got physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Nikon L19 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Canon A3200 IS and Nikon L19 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the A3200 IS and the L19.

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon L19 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A3200 IS and L19 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon L19 top view buttons comparison

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon L19 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The picture here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A3200 IS and L19.

All in all, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The A3200 IS with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Canon A3200 IS will offer you extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer A3200 IS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon L19 sensor size comparison

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon L19 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon L19 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A3200 IS Portrait photography information
Nikon L19 Portrait photography information
33
megapixel count good (14MP)
includes face detect focus
no manual focus
no manual mode
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
18
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (8MP)
very small sensor (1/2.5")
lacks RAW files
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

Street Comparison

Canon A3200 IS Street photography factors
Nikon L19 Street photography factors
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
54
lighter than average in class (130g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.5")
lacks RAW files
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month

Sports Comparison

Canon A3200 IS Sports photography advice
Nikon L19 Sports photography advice
39
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14MP)
includes tracking focus
max fps very slow (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
15
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (8 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.5")
lacks phase detect auto focus
Photography Glossary

Travel Comparison

Canon A3200 IS Travel photography highlights
Nikon L19 Travel photography highlights
72
megapixel count good (14MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
57
lighter than average in class (130 grams)
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (8MP)
does not have a selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

Landscape Comparison

Canon A3200 IS Landscape photography factors
Nikon L19 Landscape photography factors
42
decently wide (28mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14MP)
no manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
small screen (2.7")
no manual mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Timelapse recording
21
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (8 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.5")
lacks RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music video

Vlogging Comparison

Canon A3200 IS Vlogging factors
Nikon L19 Vlogging factors
34
decently wide (28mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focus
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone jack
25
lighter than average in class (130 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
does not have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low res video (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of mic support
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon L19 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A3200 IS and Nikon L19
 Canon PowerShot A3200 ISNikon Coolpix L19
General Information
Make Canon Nikon
Model type Canon PowerShot A3200 IS Nikon Coolpix L19
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-01-05 2009-02-03
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.5"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 5.744 x 4.308mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 24.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 8MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 3264 x 2448
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 80 64
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) ()
Maximal aperture - f/3.1-6.7
Macro focusing distance 3cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 6.3
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of display 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1600 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.00 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic 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 149g (0.33 lb) 130g (0.29 lb)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1")
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 ID NB-8L 2 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $230 $0