Canon SX20 IS vs Nikon D2Xs
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Canon SX20 IS vs Nikon D2Xs Key Specs
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- 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
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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.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 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.
Canon SX20 IS vs Nikon D2Xs Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX20 IS & Nikon D2Xs. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX20 IS Gallery & Nikon D2Xs Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX20 IS over the Nikon D2Xs
SX20 IS | D2Xs | |||
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Announced | July 2010 | June 2006 | Fresher by 50 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon D2Xs over the Canon SX20 IS
D2Xs | SX20 IS | |||
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Display resolution | 235k | 230k | Clearer display (+5k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX20 IS and Nikon D2Xs
SX20 IS | D2Xs | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display dimension | 2.5" | 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.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.
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 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.
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Canon SX20 IS vs Nikon D2Xs Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX20 IS | Nikon D2Xs | |
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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 |