Canon D20 vs Nikon S570

Here is a complete comparison of the Canon D20 vs Nikon S570, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the D20 (12MP) and the S570 (12MP) is very well matched and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The D20 was brought out 3 years later than the S570 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the D20 matches up versus the S570 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot D20 & Nikon Coolpix S570. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon D20 Gallery & Nikon S570 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon D20 provides outside measurements of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Nikon S570 has dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Canon D20 vs Nikon S570 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the D20 compared to the S570.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the D20 and S570 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The graphic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the D20 and S570.

All in all, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photographs however you might want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher D20 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.