Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon L22

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.

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.

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).

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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.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3300 IS and L22 is 95 and 93 respectively.

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.