Nikon S570 vs Sony H20
95 Imaging
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33 Features
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Nikon S570 vs Sony H20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-380mm (F3.5-4.4) lens
- 250g - 107 x 69 x 47mm
- Introduced May 2009

Nikon S570 vs Sony H20 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Nikon S570 versus Sony H20, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the H20 (10MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S570 was launched 3 months after the H20 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the S570 matches up versus the H20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S570 vs Sony H20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S570 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S570 Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Sony H20
S570 | H20 |
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Reasons to pick Sony H20 over the Nikon S570
H20 | S570 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon S570 and Sony H20
S570 | H20 | |||
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Introduced | August 2009 | ![]() | May 2009 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Nikon S570 vs Sony H20 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon S570 enjoys outside dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony H20 has sizing of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon S570 versus Sony H20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S570 vs the H20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S570 and H20 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Nikon S570 vs Sony H20 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The pic here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S570 and H20.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S570 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively.

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Nikon S570 vs Sony H20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S570 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S570 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-04 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 38-380mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.5-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 7.10 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140 grams (0.31 pounds) | 250 grams (0.55 pounds) |
Dimensions | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 107 x 69 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | EN-EL10 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $180 | $249 |