Nikon L840 vs Pentax VS20

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon L840 versus Pentax VS20, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the L840 (16MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L840 was unveiled 3 years later than the VS20 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the L840 matches up against the VS20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L840 & Pentax Optio VS20. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L840 Gallery & Pentax VS20 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L840 features outer dimensions of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") with a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Pentax VS20 has dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the L840 vs the VS20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the L840 and VS20 is 67 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The visual here will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L840 and VS20.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you may want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer L840 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.