Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon AW120
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Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon AW120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 126g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 213g - 110 x 66 x 26mm
- Launched February 2014
- Previous Model is Nikon AW110
- New Model is Nikon AW130
Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon AW120 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon AW120, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the AW120 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe A3400 IS was manufactured 24 months before the AW120 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the A3400 IS grades against the AW120 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon AW120 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS and Nikon Coolpix AW120. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A3400 IS Gallery and Nikon AW120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3400 IS over the Nikon AW120
A3400 IS | AW120 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the Canon A3400 IS
AW120 | A3400 IS | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | February 2012 | Newer by 24 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3400 IS and Nikon AW120
A3400 IS | AW120 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon AW120 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon A3400 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon AW120 has sizing of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).
Compare the Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon AW120 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the A3400 IS compared to the AW120.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3400 IS and AW120 is 96 and 92 respectively.
Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon AW120 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the A3400 IS and AW120.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos however you would want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged A3400 IS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon AW120 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon AW120 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Nikon Coolpix AW120 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Nikon Coolpix AW120 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 pounds) | 213 gr (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 110 x 66 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
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 | 350 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $230 | $350 |