Canon D20 vs Nikon L26

Its time to examine more closely at the Canon D20 versus Nikon L26, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the D20 (12MP) and L26 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The D20 was revealed 17 months after the L26 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the D20 matches up against the L26 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D20 & Nikon Coolpix L26. The full galleries are provided at Canon D20 Gallery & Nikon L26 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Canon D20 offers physical dimensions of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") having a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Nikon L26 has specifications of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Analyze the Canon D20 versus Nikon L26 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the D20 compared to the L26.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D20 and L26 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D20 and L26.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon L26 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher D20 should have a benefit in sensor technology.