Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon L28
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Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon L28 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
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2013

Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon L28 Overview
Let's look closer at the Canon A3400 IS versus Nikon L28, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the L28 (20MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The A3400 IS was unveiled 11 months before the L28 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the A3400 IS scores vs the L28 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon L28 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS and Nikon Coolpix L28. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A3400 IS Gallery and Nikon L28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3400 IS over the Nikon L28
A3400 IS | L28 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Canon A3400 IS
L28 | A3400 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 11 months |
Common features in the Canon A3400 IS and Nikon L28
A3400 IS | L28 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon L28 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Canon A3400 IS provides external 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) while the Nikon L28 has specifications of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check out the Canon A3400 IS versus Nikon L28 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the A3400 IS versus the L28.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A3400 IS and L28 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon L28 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The visual here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A3400 IS and L28.
Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon L28 to show greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older A3400 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon L28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon L28 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Nikon Coolpix L28 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Nikon Coolpix L28 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2013-01-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 lbs) | 164g (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" 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 | 180 photographs | 280 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-11L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $230 | $90 |