Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon L24
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Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon L24 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Released February 2011

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon L24 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Canon A3200 IS versus Nikon L24, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the L24 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A3200 IS was revealed very close to the L24 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the A3200 IS scores versus the L24 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon L24 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS & Nikon Coolpix L24. The full galleries are provided at Canon A3200 IS Gallery & Nikon L24 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3200 IS over the Nikon L24
A3200 IS | L24 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Canon A3200 IS
L24 | A3200 IS | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A3200 IS and Nikon L24
A3200 IS | L24 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2011 | Similar age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon L24 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A3200 IS has got exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Nikon L24 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).
Compare the Canon A3200 IS versus Nikon L24 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the A3200 IS against the L24.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A3200 IS and L24 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon L24 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The graphic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A3200 IS and L24.
Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you may want to consider the age of the products into consideration.

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon L24 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon L24 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | Nikon Coolpix L24 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | Nikon Coolpix L24 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2011-02-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 37-134mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 149 grams (0.33 pounds) | 182 grams (0.40 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 220 photographs |
Form of battery | - | AA |
Battery model | NB-8L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $230 | $119 |