Canon D20 vs Nikon AW130
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![Canon PowerShot D20 front Canon PowerShot D20 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-D20/Canon-D20-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix AW130 front Nikon Coolpix AW130 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-AW130/Nikon-AW130-front.jpg)
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41 Features
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Canon D20 vs Nikon AW130 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Revealed June 2013
(Full Review)
- 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
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Revealed February 2015
- Previous Model is Nikon AW120
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Canon D20 vs Nikon AW130 Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon D20 vs Nikon AW130, both Waterproof cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the D20 (12MP) and AW130 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The D20 was launched 20 months before the AW130 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the D20 scores versus the AW130 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon D20 vs Nikon AW130 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot D20 and Nikon Coolpix AW130. The complete galleries are available at Canon D20 Gallery and Nikon AW130 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D20 over the Nikon AW130
D20 | AW130 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Canon D20
AW130 | D20 | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | ![]() | June 2013 | Newer by 20 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Canon D20 and Nikon AW130
D20 | AW130 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Canon D20 vs Nikon AW130 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon D20 features exterior dimensions of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") having a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Nikon AW130 has proportions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).
Contrast the Canon D20 vs Nikon AW130 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the D20 and the AW130.
![Canon D20 vs Nikon AW130 size comparison Canon D20 vs Nikon AW130 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D20-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-AW130-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D20 and AW130 is 91 and 91 respectively.
![Canon D20 vs Nikon AW130 top view buttons comparison Canon D20 vs Nikon AW130 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D20-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-AW130-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon D20 vs Nikon AW130 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the D20 and AW130.
As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon AW130 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged D20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![Canon D20 vs Nikon AW130 sensor size comparison Canon D20 vs Nikon AW130 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D20-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-AW130-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon D20 vs Nikon AW130 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon D20 vs Nikon AW130 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon D20 vs Nikon AW130 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D20-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-AW130-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon D20 vs Nikon AW130 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D20 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot D20 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2013-06-18 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 (60i ,50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 228 grams (0.50 lbs) | 221 grams (0.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 71 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 370 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $299 | $398 |