Nikon S6900 vs Pentax K20D

Below, we are analyzing the Nikon S6900 vs Pentax K20D, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S6900 (16MP) and the K20D (15MP) is fairly close but the S6900 (1/2.3") and K20D (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The S6900 was announced 6 years after the K20D which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon S6900 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax K20D being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S6900 scores vs the K20D when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6900 and Pentax K20D. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S6900 Gallery and Pentax K20D Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon S6900 enjoys exterior dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Pentax K20D has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S6900 vs Pentax K20D in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the S6900 versus the K20D.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S6900 and K20D is 93 and 59 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6900 and K20D.

Clearly, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S6900 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Nikon S6900 will provide you with greater detail with its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern S6900 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.