Canon 20D vs Nikon S1200pj
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Canon 20D vs Nikon S1200pj Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 186g - 107 x 64 x 23mm
- Announced August 2011
Canon 20D vs Nikon S1200pj Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Canon 20D versus Nikon S1200pj, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the 20D (8MP) and S1200pj (14MP) and the 20D (APS-C) and S1200pj (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe 20D was announced 7 years prior to the S1200pj which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon 20D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon S1200pj being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the 20D matches up against the S1200pj in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon 20D vs Nikon S1200pj Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 20D and Nikon Coolpix S1200pj. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 20D Gallery and Nikon S1200pj Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 20D over the Nikon S1200pj
20D | S1200pj | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon S1200pj over the Canon 20D
S1200pj | 20D | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | November 2004 | More modern by 82 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 1.8" | Bigger screen (+1.2") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 118k | Clearer screen (+342k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon 20D and Nikon S1200pj
20D | S1200pj | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon 20D vs Nikon S1200pj Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 20D features physical measurements of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") having a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) while the Nikon S1200pj has dimensions of 107mm x 64mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs).
Contrast the Canon 20D versus Nikon S1200pj in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the 20D versus the S1200pj.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 20D and S1200pj is 59 and 93 respectively.
Canon 20D vs Nikon S1200pj Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 20D and S1200pj.
Clearly, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 20D with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Nikon S1200pj will give extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged 20D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Canon 20D vs Nikon S1200pj Specifications
Canon EOS 20D | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS 20D | Nikon Coolpix S1200pj |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2004-11-03 | 2011-08-24 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 22.5 x 15mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 337.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.9-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Number of lenses | 326 | - |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 1.8" | 3" |
Display resolution | 118 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 0.8 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30,15 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | H.264 |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 770g (1.70 lbs) | 186g (0.41 lbs) |
Dimensions | 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") | 107 x 64 x 23mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 62 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 721 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $1,300 | $499 |