Nikon Coolpix L20

1. TrustedReviews.com

TrustedReviews.com evaluates the Nikon L19 and L20 together, noting differences between the two models. For example, the L20 has a larger LCD screen (3 inches) and higher resolution (10 megapixels). Reviewer Cliff Smith says experienced photographers will be disappointed, but novices will like the cameras' ease of use and good image quality in most conditions.

Review: Nikon Coolpix L19 and L20 Review, Cliff Smith, April 2, 2009

2. Macworld

Macworld's Tim Moynihan says the L20's image quality is "surprisingly stellar," even when he intentionally shakes the camera while shooting or zooms in to the max. Still, Moynihan recommends the L20 as a good choice only for a beginner.

Review: Nikon Coolpix L20, Tim Moynihan, June 4, 2009

3. About.com

While About.com's guide to digital cameras stops short of comparing the Nikon Coolpix L20 with similarly priced cameras, he does assign a score (4.5 out of 5 stars) and says it produces "very good" images for the price. (Note: ConsumerSearch is owned by About.com, but the two don't share an editorial affiliation.)

Review: Nikon Coolpix L20 Review, Kyle Schurman

4. Amazon.com

Ratings for the Nikon Coolpix L20 are all over the map. Most of the complaints concern blurry or grainy photos; one reviewer compares the quality to that of a cell-phone camera.

Review: Nikon Coolpix L20 10 MPDigital Camera, Contributors to Amazon.com

5. Walmart.com

A large percentage of the over 300 owner reviews at Walmart.com give the Nikon Coolpix L20 at least 4 out of 5 stars. There is no real consensus on the complaints in these very brief reviews.

Review: Nikon Coolpix L20, Contributors to Walmart.com