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Canon SX20 IS vs Nikon D2Xs

Portability
65
Imaging
35
Features
40
Overall
37
Canon PowerShot SX20 IS front
 
Nikon D2Xs front
Portability
51
Imaging
50
Features
40
Overall
46

Canon SX20 IS vs Nikon D2Xs Key Specs

Canon SX20 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-560mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 600g - 128 x 88 x 87mm
  • Released July 2010
  • Replaced the Canon SX10 IS
  • Later Model is Canon SX30 IS
Nikon D2Xs
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 800 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1200g - 158 x 150 x 86mm
  • Announced June 2006
  • Older Model is Nikon D2X
  • Renewed by Nikon D3X
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Canon SX20 IS vs Nikon D2Xs Overview

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SX20 IS versus Nikon D2Xs, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro DSLR by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX20 IS (12MP) and the D2Xs (12MP) is very similar but the SX20 IS (1/2.3") and D2Xs (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The SX20 IS was manufactured 4 years later than the D2Xs and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX20 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon D2Xs being a Large SLR camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX20 IS matches up against the D2Xs with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX20 IS over the Nikon D2Xs

 SX20 IS D2Xs 
AnnouncedJuly 2010June 2006Fresher by 50 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Reasons to pick Nikon D2Xs over the Canon SX20 IS

 D2Xs SX20 IS 
Display resolution235k230kClearer display (+5k dot)

Common features in the Canon SX20 IS and Nikon D2Xs

 SX20 IS D2Xs 
Manually focus Dial exact focusing
Display dimension2.5"2.5"Identical display dimensions
Touch friendly display Neither provides Touch friendly display

Canon SX20 IS vs Nikon D2Xs Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX20 IS provides outer measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Nikon D2Xs has measurements of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX20 IS versus Nikon D2Xs in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the SX20 IS compared to the D2Xs.

Canon SX20 IS vs Nikon D2Xs size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX20 IS and D2Xs is 65 and 51 respectively.

Canon SX20 IS vs Nikon D2Xs top view buttons comparison

Canon SX20 IS vs Nikon D2Xs Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX20 IS and D2Xs.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same resolution but different sensor sizing. The SX20 IS contains the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field more difficult. The newer SX20 IS provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX20 IS vs Nikon D2Xs sensor size comparison

Canon SX20 IS vs Nikon D2Xs Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX20 IS vs Nikon D2Xs Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX20 IS Portrait photography information
Nikon D2Xs Portrait photography information
37
has manual focus
flash sync speed is above average (1/500s)
low megapixels (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
54
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
no liveview feature
MP count low (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Canon SX20 IS Street photography advice
Nikon D2Xs Street photography advice
49
screen articulates fully
image stabilization (Optical)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
more heavy than others (600 grams)
50
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
environment proof
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
low maximum ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX20 IS Sports photography features
Nikon D2Xs Sports photography features
34
amazing zoom range (28-560mm 20.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
53
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
environment proof
supports phase detect AF
no liveview feature
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX20 IS as a Travel photography camera
Nikon D2Xs as a Travel photography camera
53
built-in flash
selfie friendly screen
relatively wide (28mm)
very long reach (560mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
more heavy than others (600 grams)
low megapixels (12MP)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
43
environment proof
MP count low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX20 IS as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon D2Xs as a Landscape photography camera
35
has manual focus
relatively wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.5")
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
50
has manual focus
switch lenses (Nikon F mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
environment proof
small screen (2.5")
no liveview feature
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
low maximum ISO (800)
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX20 IS as a Vlogging camera
Nikon D2Xs as a Vlogging camera
50
relatively wide (28mm)
selfie friendly screen
image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external microphone socket
more heavy than others (600 grams)
9
can't record video
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Canon SX20 IS vs Nikon D2Xs Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX20 IS and Nikon D2Xs
 Canon PowerShot SX20 ISNikon D2Xs
General Information
Make Canon Nikon
Model Canon PowerShot SX20 IS Nikon D2Xs
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Pro DSLR
Released 2010-07-06 2006-06-01
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Large SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Digic 4 -
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.7 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 372.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 3:2
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 2848
Highest native ISO 1600 800
Highest boosted ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens Nikon F
Lens focal range 28-560mm (20.0x) -
Largest aperture f/2.8-5.7 -
Macro focus distance 0cm -
Total lenses - 309
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Display type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5 inch 2.5 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 235k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.57x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/3200 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s 8.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 6.80 m no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/500 seconds 1/250 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) -
Highest video resolution 1280x720 None
Video format H.264 -
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 600 grams (1.32 lb) 1200 grams (2.65 lb)
Dimensions 128 x 88 x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 59
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.2
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 10.9
DXO Low light score not tested 489
Other
Battery model 4 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 to 20 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD / SDHC / MMC / MMC Plus / HC MMC Plus Compact Flash (Type I or II)
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $500 $3,999