Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon L20
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Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon L20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- n/ag - 106 x 59 x 33mm
- Announced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 135g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Launched February 2009
Photography Glossary Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon L20 Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Canon SX220 HS versus Nikon L20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX220 HS (12MP) and the L20 (10MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SX220 HS was manufactured 2 years after the L20 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX220 HS matches up against the L20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon SX220 HS and Nikon Coolpix L20. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Nikon L20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX220 HS over the Nikon L20
| SX220 HS | L20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2011 |  | February 2009 | More modern by 25 months |
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Canon SX220 HS
| L20 | SX220 HS |
|---|
Common features in the Canon SX220 HS and Nikon L20
| SX220 HS | L20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon L20 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX220 HS comes with outside measurements of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Nikon L20 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SX220 HS against the L20.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX220 HS and L20 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon L20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The picture below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX220 HS and L20.
All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon SX220 HS to offer extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern SX220 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon SX220 HS vs Nikon L20 Specifications
| Canon SX220 HS | Nikon Coolpix L20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon SX220 HS | Nikon Coolpix L20 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2011-02-07 | 2009-02-03 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.1-6.7 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash synchronize | 1/2000s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30,120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | - | 135 gr (0.30 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 106 x 59 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| 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 life | 210 pictures | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NB-5L | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/ MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $399 | $120 |