Nikon L20 vs Sigma SD15
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Nikon L20 vs Sigma SD15 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- No Video
- Sigma SA Mount
- 750g - 144 x 107 x 81mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Succeeded the Sigma SD14
Nikon L20 vs Sigma SD15 Overview
Here is a thorough analysis of the Nikon L20 vs Sigma SD15, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Nikon and Sigma. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the L20 (10MP) and SD15 (5MP) and the L20 (1/2.3") and SD15 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe L20 was introduced 12 months before the SD15 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon L20 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the L20 matches up vs the SD15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L20 vs Sigma SD15 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L20 and Sigma SD15. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L20 Gallery and Sigma SD15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Sigma SD15
L20 | SD15 |
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Reasons to pick Sigma SD15 over the Nikon L20
SD15 | L20 | |||
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Introduced | February 2010 | February 2009 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L20 and Sigma SD15
L20 | SD15 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Nikon L20 vs Sigma SD15 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L20 comes with external measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD15 has sizing of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") having a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L20 vs Sigma SD15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the L20 against the SD15.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L20 and SD15 is 94 and 59 respectively.
Nikon L20 vs Sigma SD15 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The graphic below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L20 and SD15.
To sum up, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The L20 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Nikon L20 will give greater detail using its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively. The older L20 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon L20 vs Sigma SD15 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L20 | Sigma SD15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sigma |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L20 | Sigma SD15 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2009-02-03 | 2010-02-20 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | True II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 5 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sigma SA |
Lens focal range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 76 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | None |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 pounds) | 750g (1.65 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 144 x 107 x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") |
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 | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $120 | $1,500 |