Canon D20 vs Samsung WB210
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Canon D20 vs Samsung WB210 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
- Released June 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed July 2011
Canon D20 vs Samsung WB210 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon D20 and Samsung WB210, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the D20 (12MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe D20 was unveiled 24 months after the WB210 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the D20 grades versus the WB210 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon D20 vs Samsung WB210 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot D20 and Samsung WB210. The full galleries are provided at Canon D20 Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon D20 over the Samsung WB210
D20 | WB210 | |||
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Revealed | June 2013 | July 2011 | Newer by 24 months | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 1k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Canon D20
WB210 | D20 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon D20 and Samsung WB210
D20 | WB210 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon D20 vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon D20 features exterior dimensions of 112mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB210 has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
Contrast the Canon D20 and Samsung WB210 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the D20 and the WB210.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the D20 and WB210 is 91 and 94 respectively.
Canon D20 vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D20 and WB210.
Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung WB210 to give greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher D20 should have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Canon D20 vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
Canon PowerShot D20 | Samsung WB210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot D20 | Samsung WB210 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-06-18 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 1k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 228 gr (0.50 lbs) | 174 gr (0.38 lbs) |
Dimensions | 112 x 71 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.1") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-6L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $299 | $279 |