Canon G11 vs Nikon L20
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Canon G11 vs Nikon L20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 2.8" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 375g - 112 x 76 x 48mm
- Revealed December 2009
- New Model is Canon G12
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 135g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Announced February 2009
Canon G11 vs Nikon L20 Overview
Below is a extensive overview of the Canon G11 vs Nikon L20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the G11 (10MP) and the L20 (10MP) is fairly close but the G11 (1/1.7") and L20 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe G11 was introduced 11 months later than the L20 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the G11 scores against the L20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon G11 vs Nikon L20 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G11 & Nikon Coolpix L20. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G11 Gallery & Nikon L20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G11 over the Nikon L20
G11 | L20 | |||
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Announced | December 2009 | February 2009 | More recent by 11 months | |
Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Canon G11
L20 | G11 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon G11 and Nikon L20
G11 | L20 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Canon G11 vs Nikon L20 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon G11 features outer measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") having a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) whilst the Nikon L20 has dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).
Compare the Canon G11 vs Nikon L20 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the G11 versus the L20.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G11 and L20 is 83 and 94 respectively.
Canon G11 vs Nikon L20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G11 and L20.
Clearly, both of these cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor measurements. The G11 has the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF simpler. The younger G11 should have an edge in sensor technology.
Canon G11 vs Nikon L20 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
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Canon G11 vs Nikon L20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G11 | Nikon Coolpix L20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot G11 | Nikon Coolpix L20 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-12-16 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.8 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 375 grams (0.83 pounds) | 135 grams (0.30 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 76 x 48mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.9") | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 47 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 169 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-7L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $600 | $120 |