Nikon L24 vs Sony H20

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon L24 vs Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the L24 (14MP) and H20 (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L24 was introduced 22 months later than the H20 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the L24 grades versus the H20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L24 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L24 Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L24 offers outside measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony H20 has specifications of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Nikon L24 vs Sony H20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the L24 and the H20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the L24 and H20 is 93 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the L24 and H20.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon L24 to give you more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent L24 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.