• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 10.0 megapixels
  • 38.00mm - 136.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 20.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 240.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Nikon L20 advantages over Canon 150 IS

  • Less expensive
    $130 vs $150 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.69 vs 1.20 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)

Canon 150 IS advantages over Nikon L20

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • More telephoto lens reach
    240 mm vs 136 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Newer
    11 years vs 16 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • More pixels
    20.0 vs 10.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Wider angle lens
    24 mm vs 38 mm
    Capture more of the scene

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Neither provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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Review Excerpt

The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm A150

Nikon L20
Fujifilm A150
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Thinner
Canon 150 IS
Fujifilm A150
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Nikon L19

Nikon L20
Nikon L19
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • More pixels
  • $110
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Less expensive
Canon 150 IS
Nikon L19
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $110
  • 1/2.5 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Canon A490

Nikon L20
Canon A490
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More dots on screen
  • $75
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Canon 150 IS
Canon A490
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • More dots on screen
  • $75
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Panasonic SZ3

Nikon L20
Panasonic SZ3
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • $125
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach
Canon 150 IS
Panasonic SZ3
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • $125
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Shoots 24p video
  • Longer exposure

Compared to Canon 190 IS

Nikon L20
Canon 190 IS
  • $130
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $189
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
Canon 150 IS
Canon 190 IS
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $189
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • NFC
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