Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L26
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Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L26 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
- 135g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Released February 2012
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Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L26, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A3500 IS (16MP) and the L26 (16MP) is very close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe A3500 IS was announced 12 months later than the L26 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the A3500 IS matches up against the L26 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3500 IS and Nikon Coolpix L26. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A3500 IS Gallery and Nikon L26 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3500 IS over the Nikon L26
| A3500 IS | L26 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 |  | February 2012 | More recent by 12 months |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Canon A3500 IS
| L26 | A3500 IS |
|---|
Common features in the Canon A3500 IS and Nikon L26
| A3500 IS | L26 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display sizing |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L26 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon A3500 IS features outside measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Nikon L26 has sizing of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the A3500 IS against the L26.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A3500 IS and L26 is 96 and 93 respectively.
Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L26 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A3500 IS and L26.
As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The younger A3500 IS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Canon A3500 IS vs Nikon L26 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Nikon Coolpix L26 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot A3500 IS | Nikon Coolpix L26 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2012-02-01 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | DIGIC 4 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| 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 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 135 gr (0.30 lb) | 164 gr (0.36 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| 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 | 200 shots | 200 shots |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | AA |
| Battery ID | NB-11L | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $115 | $70 |