Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon P7800
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![Canon PowerShot A3200 IS front Canon PowerShot A3200 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A3200-IS/Canon-A3200-IS-front.jpg)
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Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon P7800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-4.0) lens
- 399g - 119 x 78 x 50mm
- Launched November 2013
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Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon P7800 Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the Canon A3200 IS versus Nikon P7800, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the P7800 (12MP) is very comparable but the A3200 IS (1/2.3") and P7800 (1/1.7") provide different sensor measurements.
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The A3200 IS was announced 3 years prior to the P7800 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the A3200 IS matches up against the P7800 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon P7800 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS & Nikon Coolpix P7800. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A3200 IS Gallery & Nikon P7800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3200 IS over the Nikon P7800
A3200 IS | P7800 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P7800 over the Canon A3200 IS
P7800 | A3200 IS | |||
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Launched | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 35 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Canon A3200 IS and Nikon P7800
A3200 IS | P7800 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon P7800 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon A3200 IS has outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Nikon P7800 has measurements of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") and a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs).
Compare the Canon A3200 IS versus Nikon P7800 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the A3200 IS and the P7800.
![Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon P7800 size comparison Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon P7800 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3200-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P7800-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A3200 IS and P7800 is 95 and 82 respectively.
![Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon P7800 top view buttons comparison Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon P7800 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3200-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P7800-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon P7800 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A3200 IS and P7800.
To sum up, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A3200 IS having a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Canon A3200 IS will show greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older A3200 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
![Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon P7800 sensor size comparison Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon P7800 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3200-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P7800-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon P7800 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon P7800 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon P7800 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3200-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-P7800-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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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 A3200 IS vs Nikon P7800 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | Nikon Coolpix P7800 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | Nikon Coolpix P7800 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2013-11-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.0-4.0 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 921 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 10.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (25p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p); high-speed: 1920 x 1080 (15 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 149 gr (0.33 pounds) | 399 gr (0.88 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 119 x 78 x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 200 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-8L | EN-EL14 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 or 2 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $230 | $550 |