Canon D20 vs Canon G15
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Canon D20 vs Canon G15 Key Specs
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 228g - 112 x 71 x 28mm
- Released June 2013
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Canon D20 vs Canon G15 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Canon D20 versus Canon G15, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Canon. The resolution of the D20 (12MP) and the G15 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the D20 (1/2.3") and G15 (1/1.7") have totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe D20 was introduced 10 months after the G15 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the D20 scores against the G15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon D20 vs Canon G15 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot D20 & Canon PowerShot G15. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon D20 Gallery & Canon G15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D20 over the Canon G15
D20 | G15 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | September 2012 | Newer by 10 months |
Reasons to pick Canon G15 over the Canon D20
G15 | D20 | |||
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Display resolution | 922k | 461k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Canon D20 and Canon G15
D20 | G15 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Canon D20 vs Canon G15 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon D20 provides external measurements of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Canon G15 has measurements of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") along with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs).
Compare the Canon D20 versus Canon G15 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the D20 compared to the G15.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D20 and G15 is 91 and 86 respectively.
Canon D20 vs Canon G15 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The image here may give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the D20 and G15.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The D20 features the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field trickier. The fresher D20 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon D20 vs Canon G15 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D20 | Canon PowerShot G15 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot D20 | Canon PowerShot G15 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-06-18 | 2012-09-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | Digic 5 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | TFT PureColor II G LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (tunnel) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/2000 seconds |
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) | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 228 grams (0.50 lb) | 352 grams (0.78 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 71 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 107 x 76 x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 46 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 165 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | NB-10L |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $299 | $499 |