Nikon L19 vs Sony H20

In this article, we will be analyzing the Nikon L19 versus Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the L19 (8MP) and the H20 (10MP) is pretty close but the L19 (1/2.5") and H20 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The L19 was unveiled 3 months prior to the H20 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the L19 scores versus the H20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L19 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The full galleries are available at Nikon L19 Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L19 comes with outer measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Sony H20 has dimensions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L19 versus Sony H20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the L19 vs the H20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L19 and H20 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L19 and H20.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The L19 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Sony H20 will result in extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively.