Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S1000pj
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Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S1000pj 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 - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched August 2009

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S1000pj Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S1000pj, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the S1000pj (12MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A3200 IS was announced 18 months after the S1000pj making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the A3200 IS grades against the S1000pj in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S1000pj Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS and Nikon Coolpix S1000pj. The whole galleries are available at Canon A3200 IS Gallery and Nikon S1000pj Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3200 IS over the Nikon S1000pj
A3200 IS | S1000pj | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Canon A3200 IS
S1000pj | A3200 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A3200 IS and Nikon S1000pj
A3200 IS | S1000pj | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S1000pj Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A3200 IS provides exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Nikon S1000pj has specifications of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S1000pj in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the A3200 IS vs the S1000pj.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3200 IS and S1000pj is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S1000pj Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The pic here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A3200 IS and S1000pj.
Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon A3200 IS to offer you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer A3200 IS provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

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Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S1000pj Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2009-08-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Expeed |
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 | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.9-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 149g (0.33 pounds) | 175g (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 model | NB-8L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $230 | $289 |