Canon D20 vs Nikon P300
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Canon D20 vs Nikon P300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 228g - 112 x 71 x 28mm
- Released June 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Launched May 2011
- Refreshed by Nikon P310

Canon D20 vs Nikon P300 Overview
Below is a extensive assessment of the Canon D20 and Nikon P300, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the D20 (12MP) and the P300 (12MP) is relatively close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The D20 was announced 2 years later than the P300 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the D20 matches up against the P300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon D20 vs Nikon P300 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D20 & Nikon Coolpix P300. The whole galleries are provided at Canon D20 Gallery & Nikon P300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D20 over the Nikon P300
D20 | P300 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | ![]() | May 2011 | More recent by 25 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Canon D20
P300 | D20 | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Canon D20 and Nikon P300
D20 | P300 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Canon D20 vs Nikon P300 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon D20 comes with exterior measurements 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 P300 has measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs).
Look at the Canon D20 and Nikon P300 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the D20 versus the P300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D20 and P300 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Canon D20 vs Nikon P300 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The visual below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D20 and P300.
As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of files but you need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer D20 should have an edge in sensor innovation.

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Canon D20 vs Nikon P300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D20 | Nikon Coolpix P300 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot D20 | Nikon Coolpix P300 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-06-18 | 2011-05-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-100mm (4.2x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II TFT LCD | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 6.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | 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 grams (0.50 lb) | 189 grams (0.42 lb) |
Dimensions | 112 x 71 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 240 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-6L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $299 | $500 |