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Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon S6000

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
30
Overall
35
Canon PowerShot A3300 IS front
 
Nikon Coolpix S6000 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon S6000 Key Specs

Canon A3300 IS
(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
  • 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
  • Introduced February 2010
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Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon S6000 Overview

Here is a complete overview of the Canon A3300 IS and Nikon S6000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A3300 IS (16MP) and the S6000 (14MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A3300 IS was launched 12 months later than the S6000 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the A3300 IS matches up against the S6000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon A3300 IS over the Nikon S6000

 A3300 IS S6000 
IntroducedJanuary 2011February 2010Fresher by 12 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Canon A3300 IS

 S6000 A3300 IS 

Common features in the Canon A3300 IS and Nikon S6000

 A3300 IS S6000 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon S6000 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3300 IS features exterior 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 dimensions 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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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the A3300 IS versus the S6000.

Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon S6000 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3300 IS and S6000 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon S6000 top view buttons comparison

Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon S6000 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The graphic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A3300 IS and S6000.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon A3300 IS to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer A3300 IS should have an edge in sensor innovation.

Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon S6000 sensor size comparison

Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon S6000 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon S6000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A3300 IS as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S6000 as a Portrait photography camera
34
decent megapixels (16MP)
supports face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Canon A3300 IS Street photography highlights
Nikon S6000 Street photography highlights
57
image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Canon A3300 IS Sports photography details
Nikon S6000 Sports photography details
40
image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
supports tracking focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
35
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
max fps very slow (3.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon A3300 IS Travel photography information
Nikon S6000 Travel photography information
65
decent megapixels (16MP)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
65
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon A3300 IS
Landscape photography with Nikon S6000
43
really wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
no manual control
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
no Time Lapse function
37
pretty wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A3300 IS Vlogging advice
Nikon S6000 Vlogging advice
31
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focusing
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic port
29
pretty wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.7)
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic socket
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Canon A3300 IS vs Nikon S6000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A3300 IS and Nikon S6000
 Canon PowerShot A3300 ISNikon Coolpix S6000
General Information
Company Canon Nikon
Model type Canon PowerShot A3300 IS Nikon Coolpix S6000
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-01-05 2010-02-03
Physical type 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 dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-196mm (7.0x)
Largest aperture f/2.8-5.9 f/3.7-5.6
Macro focusing range 3cm 2cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 seconds 8 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1600 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.00 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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 file format MPEG-4 H.264
Mic 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 149g (0.33 lbs) 156g (0.34 lbs)
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 All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 230 photographs -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NB-8L EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (3 sec or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $200 $300