Kodak M550 vs Nikon L20
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Kodak M550 vs Nikon L20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 125g - 98 x 58 x 23mm
- Released January 2010
(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
- Released February 2009

Kodak M550 vs Nikon L20 Overview
The following is a comprehensive overview of the Kodak M550 versus Nikon L20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Kodak and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the M550 (12MP) and the L20 (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The M550 was manufactured 12 months after the L20 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the M550 grades against the L20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak M550 vs Nikon L20 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M550 and Nikon Coolpix L20. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak M550 Gallery and Nikon L20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Nikon L20
M550 | L20 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Kodak M550
L20 | M550 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Kodak M550 and Nikon L20
M550 | L20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M550 vs Nikon L20 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak M550 provides external measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon L20 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak M550 versus Nikon L20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the M550 vs the L20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M550 and L20 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Kodak M550 vs Nikon L20 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The pic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M550 and L20.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Kodak M550 to give you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent M550 provides an edge in sensor technology.

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Kodak M550 vs Nikon L20 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M550 | Nikon Coolpix L20 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M550 | Nikon Coolpix L20 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-05 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1000 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125g (0.28 lbs) | 135g (0.30 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 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 ID | KLIC-7006 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $119 | $120 |