Canon PowerShot D30 vs Canon PowerShot D20

      Canon PowerShot D30

      Canon PowerShot D20
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon PowerShot D30 and the Canon PowerShot D20, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Canon PowerShot D30 was introduced in February 2014 and Canon PowerShot D20 was introduced in June 2013. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Canon PowerShot D30 Highlights

      • 12.1 MP 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points (9 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 461k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1.9 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-in GPS
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      Canon PowerShot D20 Highlights

      • 12.1 MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points (9 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 461k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-in GPS
      • Wheather Sealed Body
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Canon PowerShot D30
      4. Advantage of Canon PowerShot D20
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Canon PowerShot D30 and Canon PowerShot D20.

      PROS

      Canon PowerShot D30

      Canon PowerShot D20

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 218 g (0.48 lb / 7.69 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 228 g (0.50 lb / 8.04 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Canon PowerShot D30

      Canon PowerShot D20

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1600 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.9 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1600 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Canon PowerShot D30

      Canon PowerShot D20

      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"

      Advantage of Canon PowerShot D30

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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot D30 over Canon PowerShot D20.

      Canon PowerShot D30 vs Canon PowerShot D20
      Cheaper $329.99 vs $349
      Sensor Type BSI-CMOS vs CMOS
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Lighter 218 g (0.48 lb / 7.69 oz) vs 228 g (0.50 lb / 8.04 oz)

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      Canon D10
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      Canon Rebel SL1
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      Canon R7
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      32.5 MP

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      Olympus SZ-11
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      Advantage of Canon PowerShot D20

      Canon D20
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot D20 over Canon PowerShot D30.

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      20.1 MP

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      24.2 MP

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      12.1 MP

      Canon 7D II
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      20.2 MP

      Canon 5DS R
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      50.6 MP

      Canon R100
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      24.1 MP

      Casio EX-FS10
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      9.10 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

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      12.1 MP

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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Canon PowerShot D30 Canon PowerShot D20
        Cheap$329.99$349
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO3,2003,200
        Face Detection
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
        HDMI Output Mini Mini
        Built-in GPS
        Environmental Sealing
        Light218 g (0.48 lb / 7.69 oz)228 g (0.50 lb / 8.04 oz)
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Canon PowerShot D30 Canon PowerShot D20
        Small Sensor1/2.3-inch1/2.3-inch
        Low Resolution Sensor12.1 Megapixel12.1 Megapixel
        Timelapse Recording
        Few Focus Points99
        Few Cross-type Focus Points00
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen461k dot461k dot
        No Viewfinder
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/1600 sec1/1600 sec
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801920 x 1080
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-In Wi-Fi Eye-Fi Connection possible
        No Built-In Bluetooth

      Screen

      Screen

      Canon PowerShot D30 and Canon PowerShot D20 have 3.0" Fixed screens with 461k dot resolution.

      Sensor

      Canon PowerShot D30 features a 12.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200. Canon PowerShot D20 features a 12.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200.

      Canon PowerShot D30 has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

      Photography Features

      Cameras are equipped with DIGIC 4 processor and can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in GPS

      Cameras have built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) technology which allows you to automatically tag the location where you took your photos. You can later categorize, organize, and search for photos based on location. This is very useful for travel and outdoor photographers for documenting the locations where images were captured.
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      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Canon PowerShot D30 has a Mini HDMI and Canon PowerShot D20 has a Mini HDMI connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Canon PowerShot D30 comes with NB-6LH battery pack with battery life of 300 shots and Canon PowerShot D20 comes with NB-6L battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/1600 sec on Canon PowerShot D30, and up to 1/1600 sec on Canon PowerShot D20. Canon PowerShot D30 can shoot continuously up to 1.9 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 3.50 m...

      Physical Parameters

      Canon PowerShot D30 body has dimensions of 109 x 68 x 28 mm (4.29 x 2.68 x 1.1") and Canon PowerShot D20 body has dimensions of 112 x 71 x 28 mm (4.41 x 2.8 x 1.1"). Canon PowerShot D30 weighs 218 g (0.48 lb / 7.69 oz) and Canon PowerShot D20 weighs 228 g (0.50 lb / 8.04 oz).

      Canon PowerShot D30

      Canon PowerShot D20

      109 mm

      68 mm

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      71 mm

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      Size comparisons of Canon PowerShot D30 and Canon PowerShot D20

      Canon PowerShot D30 and Canon PowerShot D20 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Canon PowerShot D30

      Canon PowerShot D20

      GOOD
      76
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      GOOD
      76
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Canon PowerShot D30

      Canon PowerShot D20

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.9 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      72
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Canon PowerShot D30

      Canon PowerShot D20

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.9 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      72
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Canon PowerShot D30

      Canon PowerShot D20

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Canon PowerShot D30

      Canon PowerShot D20

      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 218 g (0.48 lb / 7.69 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 228 g (0.50 lb / 8.04 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Canon PowerShot D30

      Canon PowerShot D20

      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 218 g (0.48 lb / 7.69 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
      EXCELLENT
      93
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 228 g (0.50 lb / 8.04 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Canon PowerShot D30 and Canon PowerShot D20 and give them scores of 61 and 59 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Canon PowerShot D30

      Canon PowerShot D20

      OVERALL
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      OVERALL
      59

      Sensor

      Canon PowerShot D30

      Canon PowerShot D20

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      50
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Canon PowerShot D30

      Canon PowerShot D20

      AVERAGE
      58
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1600 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.9 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1600 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Canon PowerShot D30

      Canon PowerShot D20

      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

      Focusing

      Canon PowerShot D30

      Canon PowerShot D20

      AVERAGE
      68
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      66
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Canon PowerShot D30

      Canon PowerShot D20

      POOR
      53
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      POOR
      53
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Canon PowerShot D30

      Canon PowerShot D20

      AVERAGE
      62
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Canon PowerShot D30

      Canon PowerShot D20

      GOOD
      73
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 218 g (0.48 lb / 7.69 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 228 g (0.50 lb / 8.04 oz)


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