Canon A810 vs Nikon L120

Below, we will be reviewing the Canon A810 versus Nikon L120, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the L120 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A810 was launched 13 months later than the L120 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the A810 grades against the L120 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A810 and Nikon Coolpix L120. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A810 Gallery and Nikon L120 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon A810 features exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Nikon L120 has specifications of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the A810 versus the L120.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A810 and L120 is 93 and 75 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A810 and L120.

Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Canon A810 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern A810 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.