Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L24
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29 Overall
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93 Imaging
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Canon A4000 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
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 145g - 95 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2011
Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L24 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L24, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A4000 IS (16MP) and the L24 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe A4000 IS was revealed 13 months later than the L24 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the A4000 IS grades against the L24 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L24 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A4000 IS & Nikon Coolpix L24. The full galleries are available at Canon A4000 IS Gallery & Nikon L24 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A4000 IS over the Nikon L24
A4000 IS | L24 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | February 2011 | More recent by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Canon A4000 IS
L24 | A4000 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A4000 IS and Nikon L24
A4000 IS | L24 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L24 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A4000 IS has outer dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Nikon L24 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).
Check out the Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L24 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the A4000 IS against the L24.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the A4000 IS and L24 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L24 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading specs. The visual underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A4000 IS and L24.
All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon A4000 IS to offer you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger A4000 IS provides an advantage in sensor tech.
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Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L24 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Nikon Coolpix L24 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Nikon Coolpix L24 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2011-02-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 37-134mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 7.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 145g (0.32 lbs) | 182g (0.40 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" 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 | 175 photographs | 220 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NB-11L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $199 | $119 |