Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L28
95 Imaging
39 Features
29 Overall
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93 Imaging
44 Features
29 Overall
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Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L28 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
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2013

Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L28 Overview
Below is a complete overview of the Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L28, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A4000 IS (16MP) and the L28 (20MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A4000 IS was unveiled 11 months before the L28 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the A4000 IS scores versus the L28 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L28 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A4000 IS & Nikon Coolpix L28. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A4000 IS Gallery & Nikon L28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A4000 IS over the Nikon L28
A4000 IS | L28 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Canon A4000 IS
L28 | A4000 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 11 months |
Common features in the Canon A4000 IS and Nikon L28
A4000 IS | L28 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L28 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A4000 IS has exterior measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Nikon L28 has specifications of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Examine the Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L28 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the A4000 IS against the L28.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A4000 IS and L28 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L28 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A4000 IS and L28.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon L28 to show greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older A4000 IS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A4000 IS vs Nikon L28 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Nikon Coolpix L28 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | Nikon Coolpix L28 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-02-07 | 2013-01-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
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 | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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) |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photographs | 280 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-11L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $199 | $90 |