Canon D20 vs Nikon P310

Here, we will be matching up the Canon D20 and Nikon P310, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the D20 (12MP) and P310 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The D20 was unveiled 13 months later than the P310 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the D20 matches up vs the P310 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D20 and Nikon Coolpix P310. The full galleries are available at Canon D20 Gallery and Nikon P310 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon D20 enjoys exterior dimensions of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") along with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Nikon P310 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the D20 against the P310.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D20 and P310 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The graphic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D20 and P310.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon P310 to give you more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher D20 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.