Canon D20 vs Nikon S3300
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Canon D20 vs Nikon S3300 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
- Introduced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
- Released February 2012
Canon D20 vs Nikon S3300 Overview
Here is a extensive review of the Canon D20 and Nikon S3300, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the D20 (12MP) and S3300 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe D20 was revealed 17 months later than the S3300 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the D20 grades vs the S3300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon D20 vs Nikon S3300 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot D20 and Nikon Coolpix S3300. The full galleries are viewable at Canon D20 Gallery and Nikon S3300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D20 over the Nikon S3300
D20 | S3300 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | February 2012 | Fresher by 17 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Canon D20
S3300 | D20 |
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Common features in the Canon D20 and Nikon S3300
D20 | S3300 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Canon D20 vs Nikon S3300 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon D20 features outer dimensions of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Nikon S3300 has measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Canon D20 and Nikon S3300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the D20 and the S3300.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the D20 and S3300 is 91 and 96 respectively.
Canon D20 vs Nikon S3300 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The photograph underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the D20 and S3300.
All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S3300 to render greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher D20 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon D20 vs Nikon S3300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D20 | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot D20 | Nikon Coolpix S3300 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-06-18 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
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) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 228 grams (0.50 pounds) | 128 grams (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 71 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 180 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6L | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $299 | $99 |