Nikon L20 vs Nikon S3300

Here is a detailed analysis of the Nikon L20 versus Nikon S3300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both sold by Nikon. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the L20 (10MP) and S3300 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L20 was manufactured 4 years before the S3300 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the L20 grades versus the S3300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L20 & Nikon Coolpix S3300. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L20 Gallery & Nikon S3300 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L20 enjoys outside dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Nikon S3300 has dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon L20 versus Nikon S3300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the L20 against the S3300.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the L20 and S3300 is 94 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The photograph below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the L20 and S3300.

To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon S3300 to provide more detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older L20 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.