Nikon A100 vs Nikon L32
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Nikon A100 vs Nikon L32 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 119g - 95 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2016
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2015
Nikon A100 vs Nikon L32 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Nikon A100 versus Nikon L32, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both produced by Nikon. The image resolution of the A100 (20MP) and the L32 (20MP) is very close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe A100 was brought out 13 months after the L32 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the A100 scores versus the L32 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon A100 vs Nikon L32 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A100 & Nikon Coolpix L32. The entire galleries are available at Nikon A100 Gallery & Nikon L32 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A100 over the Nikon L32
A100 | L32 | |||
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Revealed | January 2016 | January 2015 | Newer by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon L32 over the Nikon A100
L32 | A100 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon A100 and Nikon L32
A100 | L32 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Nikon A100 vs Nikon L32 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon A100 comes with external measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Nikon L32 has measurements 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 Nikon A100 versus Nikon L32 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the A100 compared to the L32.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A100 and L32 is 96 and 93 respectively.
Nikon A100 vs Nikon L32 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The pic here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A100 and L32.
As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer A100 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
Nikon A100 vs Nikon L32 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon A100 vs Nikon L32 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A100 | Nikon Coolpix L32 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A100 | Nikon Coolpix L32 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2016-01-14 | 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 | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.1fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 | 119 grams (0.26 lb) | 164 grams (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 59 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 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 | 250 photographs | 320 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $162 | $120 |