Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L24
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Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L24 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
- 135g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2011
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Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L24 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L24, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the L24 (14MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The A3500 IS was unveiled 24 months later than the L24 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the A3500 IS matches up versus the L24 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L24 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS & Nikon Coolpix L24. The full galleries are provided at Canon A3500 IS Gallery & Nikon L24 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3500 IS over the Nikon L24
A3500 IS | L24 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2011 | Fresher by 24 months |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Canon A3500 IS
L24 | A3500 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A3500 IS and Nikon L24
A3500 IS | L24 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L24 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3500 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Nikon L24 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).
Examine the Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L24 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the A3500 IS versus the L24.
![Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L24 size comparison Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L24 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3500-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L24-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the A3500 IS and L24 is 96 and 93 respectively.
![Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L24 top view buttons comparison Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L24 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3500-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L24-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L24 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The visual underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A3500 IS and L24.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon A3500 IS to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer A3500 IS provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
![Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L24 sensor size comparison Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L24 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3500-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L24-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L24 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L24 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L24 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A3500-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L24-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L24 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Nikon Coolpix L24 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Nikon Coolpix L24 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-01-07 | 2011-02-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 37-134mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 lbs) | 182 grams (0.40 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | 200 pictures | 220 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-11L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $115 | $119 |