Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon L20
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Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon L20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 161g - 101 x 60 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010
(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
- Revealed February 2009
Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon L20 Overview
Here is a thorough analysis of the Casio EX-H15 versus Nikon L20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the EX-H15 (14MP) and L20 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-H15 was launched 12 months later than the L20 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX-H15 matches up vs the L20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon L20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-H15 and Nikon Coolpix L20. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-H15 Gallery and Nikon L20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H15 over the Nikon L20
EX-H15 | L20 | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | February 2009 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Casio EX-H15
L20 | EX-H15 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H15 and Nikon L20
EX-H15 | L20 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon L20 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-H15 has outer measurements of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Nikon L20 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-H15 versus Nikon L20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the EX-H15 vs the L20.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H15 and L20 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon L20 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to see the gap between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-H15 and L20.
As you can see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Casio EX-H15 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The fresher EX-H15 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon L20 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Nikon Coolpix L20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Nikon |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Nikon Coolpix L20 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps) , 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 161g (0.35 pounds) | 135g (0.30 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 60 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-90 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $300 | $120 |