Canon D20 vs Nikon AW120
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Canon D20 vs Nikon AW120 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
- Launched June 2013
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 213g - 110 x 66 x 26mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Replaced the Nikon AW110
- Refreshed by Nikon AW130
Canon D20 vs Nikon AW120 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon D20 versus Nikon AW120, both Waterproof digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the D20 (12MP) and AW120 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe D20 was brought out 7 months earlier than the AW120 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the D20 matches up versus the AW120 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon D20 vs Nikon AW120 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot D20 & Nikon Coolpix AW120. The entire galleries are available at Canon D20 Gallery & Nikon AW120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D20 over the Nikon AW120
D20 | AW120 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the Canon D20
AW120 | D20 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | June 2013 | Newer by 7 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 461k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Canon D20 and Nikon AW120
D20 | AW120 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | No Touch friendly display |
Canon D20 vs Nikon AW120 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon D20 features 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 Nikon AW120 has proportions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).
Analyze the Canon D20 versus Nikon AW120 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the D20 versus the AW120.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D20 and AW120 is 91 and 92 respectively.
Canon D20 vs Nikon AW120 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The pic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the D20 and AW120.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon AW120 to deliver more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged D20 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Canon D20 vs Nikon AW120 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D20 | Nikon Coolpix AW120 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot D20 | Nikon Coolpix AW120 |
Type | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Launched | 2013-06-18 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 228 grams (0.50 pounds) | 213 grams (0.47 pounds) |
Dimensions | 112 x 71 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 110 x 66 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
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 | - | 350 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $299 | $350 |