Canon N vs Nikon S4300
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Canon N vs Nikon S4300 Key Specs
Canon N
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
- Announced January 2013
Nikon S4300
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(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed February 2012
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Lets look more closely at the Canon N versus Nikon S4300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the N (12MP) and S4300 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe N was announced 12 months after the S4300 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the N scores versus the S4300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Canon N over the Nikon S4300
| N | S4300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2013 |  | February 2012 | Newer by 12 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Canon N
| S4300 | N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon N and Nikon S4300
| N | S4300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Canon N vs Nikon S4300 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Canon N features external measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Nikon S4300 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the N compared to the S4300.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the N and S4300 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Canon N vs Nikon S4300 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The pic underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the N and S4300.
All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon S4300 to give you extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger N is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Portrait Comparison
Canon N as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S4300 as a Portrait photography camera
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
supports face detect autofocus
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
Photography GlossaryStreet Comparison
Canon N Street photography details
Nikon S4300 Street photography details
has a tilting screen
image stabilization (Optical)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has focus by touch
lighter than competition in class (139g)
screen is fixed
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports photography with Canon N
Sports photography with Nikon S4300
image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
low battery power (200 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
bad battery life (180 shots)
has no phase detect autofocus
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Canon N Travel photography highlights
Nikon S4300 Travel photography highlights
built-in flash
selfie friendly screen
decently wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
low battery power (200 CIPA)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
lighter than competition in class (139 grams)
has focus by touch
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
bad battery life (180 per charge)
does not have selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Canon N Landscape photography information
Nikon S4300 Landscape photography information
decently wide (28mm)
good sized screen (2.8 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
manual exposure not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
low battery power (200 per charge)
lack of Time Lapse function
reasonably wide (26mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
bad battery life (180 CIPA)
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging with Canon N
Vlogging with Nikon S4300
decently wide (28mm)
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen functionality
image stabilization (Optical)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
lack of external mic port
reasonably wide (26mm)
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detect autofocus
lighter than competition in class (139g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic port
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Canon N vs Nikon S4300 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot N | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Nikon |
| Model | Canon PowerShot N | Nikon Coolpix S4300 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2012-02-01 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Digic 5 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4000 x 2248 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.8" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 461k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen technology | PureColor II G touch | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 195g (0.43 pounds) | 139g (0.31 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
| 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 | 200 photos | 180 photos |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NB-9L | EN-EL19 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $299 | $119 |