Canon D20 vs Nikon S33

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon D20 and Nikon S33, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the D20 (12MP) and the S33 (13MP) is pretty comparable but the D20 (1/2.3") and S33 (1/3.1") boast totally different sensor size.

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The D20 was released 20 months before the S33 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the D20 scores against the S33 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot D20 and Nikon Coolpix S33. The complete galleries are provided at Canon D20 Gallery and Nikon S33 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon D20 enjoys exterior measurements of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Nikon S33 has sizing of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the D20 compared to the S33.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D20 and S33 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The pic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the D20 and S33.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The D20 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon S33 will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged D20 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.