Canon D20 vs Canon SX240 HS

Its time to look much closer at the Canon D20 vs Canon SX240 HS, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Canon. The sensor resolution of the D20 (12MP) and the SX240 HS (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The D20 was launched 17 months after the SX240 HS which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the D20 matches up vs the SX240 HS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D20 and Canon PowerShot SX240 HS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon D20 Gallery and Canon SX240 HS Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon D20 offers outside measurements of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Canon SX240 HS has dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs).

Examine the Canon D20 vs Canon SX240 HS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the D20 vs the SX240 HS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D20 and SX240 HS is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the D20 and SX240 HS.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you should factor the production date of the cameras into account. The newer D20 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.