Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S4300
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Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S4300 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Released February 2012

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S4300 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Canon A3200 IS and Nikon S4300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the S4300 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A3200 IS was launched 13 months prior to the S4300 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the A3200 IS matches up vs the S4300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S4300 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS and Nikon Coolpix S4300. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A3200 IS Gallery and Nikon S4300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3200 IS over the Nikon S4300
A3200 IS | S4300 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Canon A3200 IS
S4300 | A3200 IS | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 13 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon A3200 IS and Nikon S4300
A3200 IS | S4300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S4300 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A3200 IS features exterior dimensions 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 S4300 has proportions of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).
Look at the Canon A3200 IS and Nikon S4300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the A3200 IS and the S4300.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A3200 IS and S4300 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S4300 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3200 IS and S4300.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S4300 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged A3200 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S4300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S4300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | Nikon Coolpix S4300 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
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 | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
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) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 149 grams (0.33 pounds) | 139 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 180 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-8L | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $230 | $119 |