Nikon L20 vs Sony H20

Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon L20 and Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the L20 (10MP) and the H20 (10MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L20 was manufactured 3 months before the H20 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the L20 matches up against the H20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L20 Gallery & Sony H20 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L20 has exterior dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Sony H20 has measurements of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the L20 versus the H20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the L20 and H20 is 94 and 87 respectively.

Often, its hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The graphic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the L20 and H20.

Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos however you really should factor the launch date of the products into consideration.