Nikon L20 vs Sony W370

In this write-up, we are looking at the Nikon L20 vs Sony W370, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the L20 (10MP) and W370 (14MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L20 was manufactured 11 months before the W370 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the L20 matches up against the W370 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L20 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L20 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon L20 offers physical measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sony W370 has specifications of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the L20 compared to the W370.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L20 and W370 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L20 and W370.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W370 to offer you more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older L20 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.