Canon A480 vs Nikon L32
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![Canon PowerShot A480 front Canon PowerShot A480 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A480/Canon-A480-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix L32 front Nikon Coolpix L32 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L32/Nikon-L32-front.jpg)
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Canon A480 vs Nikon L32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-122mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 140g - 92 x 62 x 31mm
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced January 2015
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Canon A480 vs Nikon L32 Overview
Below is a complete comparison of the Canon A480 vs Nikon L32, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the A480 (10MP) and L32 (20MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The A480 was revealed 7 years prior to the L32 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the A480 matches up against the L32 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon A480 vs Nikon L32 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A480 and Nikon Coolpix L32. The full galleries are available at Canon A480 Gallery and Nikon L32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A480 over the Nikon L32
A480 | L32 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon L32 over the Canon A480
L32 | A480 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 73 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Canon A480 and Nikon L32
A480 | L32 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Canon A480 vs Nikon L32 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon A480 has physical measurements of 92mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Nikon L32 has sizing of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check out the Canon A480 vs Nikon L32 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the A480 vs the L32.
![Canon A480 vs Nikon L32 size comparison Canon A480 vs Nikon L32 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A480-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L32-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A480 and L32 is 94 and 93 respectively.
![Canon A480 vs Nikon L32 top view buttons comparison Canon A480 vs Nikon L32 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A480-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L32-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A480 vs Nikon L32 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading specifications. The visual below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A480 and L32.
Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon L32 to deliver greater detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older A480 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
![Canon A480 vs Nikon L32 sensor size comparison Canon A480 vs Nikon L32 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A480-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L32-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A480 vs Nikon L32 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A480 vs Nikon L32 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A480 vs Nikon L32 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A480-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L32-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon A480 vs Nikon L32 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A480 | Nikon Coolpix L32 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A480 | Nikon Coolpix L32 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-01-15 | 2015-01-14 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 10 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 5 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 115k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/500 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 lbs) | 164g (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 62 x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" 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 | - | 320 pictures |
Battery form | - | AA |
Battery model | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $210 | $120 |