Canon D20 vs Nikon S9300

Below is a complete analysis of the Canon D20 versus Nikon S9300, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the D20 (12MP) and S9300 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The D20 was released 12 months later than the S9300 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the D20 matches up versus the S9300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot D20 and Nikon Coolpix S9300. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon D20 Gallery and Nikon S9300 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon D20 has got outside measurements of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") along with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Nikon S9300 has specifications of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon D20 versus Nikon S9300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the D20 against the S9300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D20 and S9300 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the D20 and S9300.

All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon S9300 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent D20 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.