Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon S32
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Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon S32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 13MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 175g - 108 x 66 x 40mm
- Launched February 2014

Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon S32 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon S32, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the A3400 IS (16MP) and S32 (13MP) and the A3400 IS (1/2.3") and S32 (1/3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

The A3400 IS was announced 24 months before the S32 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the A3400 IS matches up vs the S32 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon S32 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS & Nikon Coolpix S32. The whole galleries are available at Canon A3400 IS Gallery & Nikon S32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3400 IS over the Nikon S32
A3400 IS | S32 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S32 over the Canon A3400 IS
S32 | A3400 IS | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2012 | Newer by 24 months |
Common features in the Canon A3400 IS and Nikon S32
A3400 IS | S32 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon S32 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon A3400 IS offers physical measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon S32 has sizing of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon S32 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the A3400 IS and the S32.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A3400 IS and S32 is 96 and 90 respectively.

Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon S32 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The image below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A3400 IS and S32.
Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The A3400 IS using its larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Canon A3400 IS will produce greater detail with its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged A3400 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

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Canon A3400 IS vs Nikon S32 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Nikon Coolpix S32 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Nikon Coolpix S32 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2014-02-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 13MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4160 x 3120 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920x1080 (30p), VGA 640x480 (30p, 15p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 pounds) | 175g (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 108 x 66 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | 220 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (Approx. 10 seconds ) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $230 | $180 |