Canon D20 vs Nikon L24
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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)
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Canon D20 vs Nikon L24 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
- Launched June 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-134mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 182g - 98 x 61 x 28mm
- Launched February 2011
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Canon D20 vs Nikon L24 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Canon D20 versus Nikon L24, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the D20 (12MP) and the L24 (14MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The D20 was introduced 2 years after the L24 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the D20 scores vs the L24 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon D20 vs Nikon L24 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D20 and Nikon Coolpix L24. The whole galleries are available at Canon D20 Gallery and Nikon L24 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D20 over the Nikon L24
D20 | L24 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 29 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L24 over the Canon D20
L24 | D20 |
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Common features in the Canon D20 and Nikon L24
D20 | L24 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon D20 vs Nikon L24 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon D20 has got exterior measurements of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") along with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Nikon L24 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).
Analyze the Canon D20 versus Nikon L24 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the D20 vs the L24.
![Canon D20 vs Nikon L24 size comparison Canon D20 vs Nikon L24 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D20-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L24-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D20 and L24 is 91 and 93 respectively.
![Canon D20 vs Nikon L24 top view buttons comparison Canon D20 vs Nikon L24 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D20-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L24-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon D20 vs Nikon L24 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the D20 and L24.
To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon L24 to offer more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer D20 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
![Canon D20 vs Nikon L24 sensor size comparison Canon D20 vs Nikon L24 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D20-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L24-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon D20 vs Nikon L24 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon D20 vs Nikon L24 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon D20 vs Nikon L24 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-D20-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L24-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 L24 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D20 | Nikon Coolpix L24 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot D20 | Nikon Coolpix L24 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-06-18 | 2011-02-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 37-134mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | PureColor II TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 7.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 228 gr (0.50 lbs) | 182 gr (0.40 lbs) |
Dimensions | 112 x 71 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 98 x 61 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 photographs |
Battery format | - | AA |
Battery ID | NB-6L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $299 | $119 |