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Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S6000

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34
Canon PowerShot A3200 IS front
 
Nikon Coolpix S6000 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S6000 Key Specs

Canon A3200 IS
(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
  • Launched January 2011
Nikon S6000
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
  • 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
  • Announced February 2010
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Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S6000 Overview

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon A3200 IS versus Nikon S6000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the S6000 (14MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A3200 IS was revealed 12 months after the S6000 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the A3200 IS scores vs the S6000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon A3200 IS over the Nikon S6000

 A3200 IS S6000 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011February 2010Newer by 12 months

Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Canon A3200 IS

 S6000 A3200 IS 

Common features in the Canon A3200 IS and Nikon S6000

 A3200 IS S6000 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S6000 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Canon A3200 IS has got outside measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Nikon S6000 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the A3200 IS against the S6000.

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S6000 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A3200 IS and S6000 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S6000 top view buttons comparison

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S6000 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The pic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A3200 IS and S6000.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of files although you should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent A3200 IS is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S6000 sensor size comparison

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S6000 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S6000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A3200 IS as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S6000 as a Portrait photography camera
33
decent MP (14MP)
provides face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
28
megapixel count decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon A3200 IS Street photography factors
Nikon S6000 Street photography factors
57
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
57
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Canon A3200 IS as a Sports photography camera
Nikon S6000 as a Sports photography camera
39
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
35
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
low frames per second (3.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon A3200 IS as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S6000 as a Travel photography camera
72
decent MP (14MP)
built-in flash
really wide (28mm)
great max aperture (f)
no Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
65
megapixel count decent (14MP)
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse mode
does not have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A3200 IS Landscape photography info
Nikon S6000 Landscape photography info
42
really wide (28mm)
great max aperture (f)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual mode not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
no Timelapse recording
37
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A3200 IS Vlogging information
Nikon S6000 Vlogging information
34
really wide (28mm)
great max aperture (f)
image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect focusing
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone support
29
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone jack
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Canon A3200 IS vs Nikon S6000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A3200 IS and Nikon S6000
 Canon PowerShot A3200 ISNikon Coolpix S6000
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Nikon
Model Canon PowerShot A3200 IS Nikon Coolpix S6000
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-01-05 2010-02-03
Body design 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 measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-196mm (7.0x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.7-5.6
Macro focus range 3cm 2cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1600 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per sec 3.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.00 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB 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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format H.264 H.264
Microphone 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 149 gr (0.33 pounds) 156 gr (0.34 pounds)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0")
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 (3 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $230 $300