Canon 20D vs Nikon S80
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Canon 20D vs Nikon S80 Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.6-4.8) lens
- 133g - 99 x 63 x 17mm
- Launched September 2010
Canon 20D vs Nikon S80 Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Canon 20D and Nikon S80, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the 20D (8MP) and S80 (14MP) and the 20D (APS-C) and S80 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The 20D was brought out 6 years before the S80 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon 20D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon S80 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the 20D matches up against the S80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon 20D vs Nikon S80 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 20D and Nikon Coolpix S80. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 20D Gallery and Nikon S80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 20D over the Nikon S80
20D | S80 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon S80 over the Canon 20D
S80 | 20D | |||
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Launched | September 2010 | November 2004 | Fresher by 71 months | |
Display size | 3.5" | 1.8" | Larger display (+1.7") | |
Display resolution | 819k | 118k | Clearer display (+701k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon 20D and Nikon S80
20D | S80 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Canon 20D vs Nikon S80 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 20D provides physical dimensions of 144mm x 106mm x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) and the Nikon S80 has specifications of 99mm x 63mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 20D and Nikon S80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 20D against the S80.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 20D and S80 is 59 and 96 respectively.
Canon 20D vs Nikon S80 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 20D and S80.
To sum up, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 20D because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon S80 will give greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older 20D is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon 20D vs Nikon S80 Specifications
Canon EOS 20D | Nikon Coolpix S80 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS 20D | Nikon Coolpix S80 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2004-11-03 | 2010-09-08 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
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 | 8 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 35-175mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.6-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 7cm |
Total lenses | 326 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 1.8 inches | 3.5 inches |
Display resolution | 118 thousand dots | 819 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 1.3 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 770g (1.70 lbs) | 133g (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 106 x 72mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.8") | 99 x 63 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.7") |
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 life | - | 150 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $1,300 | $191 |