Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon L22
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![Canon PowerShot A3300 IS front Canon PowerShot A3300 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A3300-IS/Canon-A3300-IS-front.jpg)
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Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon L22 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 183g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2010
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Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon L22 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Canon A3300 IS and Nikon L22, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the A3300 IS (16MP) and L22 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The A3300 IS was introduced 12 months later than the L22 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the A3300 IS scores against the L22 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon L22 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS & Nikon Coolpix L22. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A3300 IS Gallery & Nikon L22 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3300 IS over the Nikon L22
A3300 IS | L22 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon L22 over the Canon A3300 IS
L22 | A3300 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A3300 IS and Nikon L22
A3300 IS | L22 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon L22 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3300 IS comes with external dimensions 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 L22 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).
Check out the Canon A3300 IS and Nikon L22 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the A3300 IS compared to the L22.
![Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon L22 size comparison Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon L22 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3300-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L22-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3300 IS and L22 is 95 and 93 respectively.
![Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon L22 top view buttons comparison Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon L22 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3300-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L22-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon L22 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The visual below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A3300 IS and L22.
To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon A3300 IS to produce more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent A3300 IS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
![Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon L22 sensor size comparison Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon L22 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3300-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L22-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon L22 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon L22 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon L22 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3300-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L22-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 A3300 IS vs Nikon L22 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Nikon Coolpix L22 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3300 IS | Nikon Coolpix L22 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2010-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 37-134mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
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 Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 149 grams (0.33 lb) | 183 grams (0.40 lb) |
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 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 | 230 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-8L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $200 | $130 |