Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L26
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Canon A4000 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
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 145g - 95 x 56 x 24mm
- Released February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Released February 2012

Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L26 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Canon A4000 IS versus Nikon L26, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A4000 IS (16MP) and the L26 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The A4000 IS was introduced around the same time to the L26 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the A4000 IS matches up vs the L26 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L26 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A4000 IS and Nikon Coolpix L26. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A4000 IS Gallery and Nikon L26 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A4000 IS over the Nikon L26
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Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Canon A4000 IS
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Common features in the Canon A4000 IS and Nikon L26
A4000 IS | L26 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L26 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon A4000 IS features external measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Nikon L26 has sizing of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
See the Canon A4000 IS versus Nikon L26 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the A4000 IS compared to the L26.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A4000 IS and L26 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L26 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A4000 IS and L26.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of files but you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration.

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Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L26 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Nikon Coolpix L26 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Nikon Coolpix L26 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-02-07 | 2012-02-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 145 gr (0.32 lb) | 164 gr (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" 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 | 175 photos | 200 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-11L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $199 | $70 |