Nikon L20 vs Nikon S810c
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Nikon L20 vs Nikon S810c Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 216g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
- Launched April 2014

Nikon L20 vs Nikon S810c Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Nikon L20 vs Nikon S810c, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both designed by Nikon. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the L20 (10MP) and S810c (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L20 was brought out 6 years prior to the S810c and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the L20 scores vs the S810c in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L20 vs Nikon S810c Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L20 and Nikon Coolpix S810c. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L20 Gallery and Nikon S810c Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Nikon S810c
L20 | S810c |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Nikon L20
S810c | L20 | |||
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Launched | April 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 63 months |
Display dimensions | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+999k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon L20 and Nikon S810c
L20 | S810c | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Nikon L20 vs Nikon S810c Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L20 has outer measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Nikon S810c has dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon L20 vs Nikon S810c in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the L20 vs the S810c.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the L20 and S810c is 94 and 91 respectively.

Nikon L20 vs Nikon S810c Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L20 and S810c.
All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon S810c to render greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older L20 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Nikon L20 vs Nikon S810c Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L20 vs Nikon S810c Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L20 | Nikon Coolpix S810c | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L20 | Nikon Coolpix S810c |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-02-03 | 2014-04-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 pounds) | 216 gr (0.48 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" 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 | - | 270 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $120 | $350 |