Canon A480 vs Nikon S3000

Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon A480 versus Nikon S3000, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A480 (10MP) and the S3000 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A480 was launched 12 months earlier than the S3000 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the A480 matches up against the S3000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A480 and Nikon Coolpix S3000. The complete galleries are available at Canon A480 Gallery and Nikon S3000 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon A480 offers physical dimensions of 92mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Nikon S3000 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A480 versus Nikon S3000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the A480 versus the S3000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A480 and S3000 is 94 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A480 and S3000.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon S3000 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged A480 will be behind in sensor tech.