Canon N100 vs Nikon L120

Let's look more closely at the Canon N100 versus Nikon L120, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the N100 (12MP) and the L120 (14MP) is relatively similar but the N100 (1/1.7") and L120 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The N100 was brought out 2 years later than the L120 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the N100 scores vs the L120 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot N100 & Nikon Coolpix L120. The entire galleries are provided at Canon N100 Gallery & Nikon L120 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon N100 enjoys exterior measurements of 105mm x 68mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 1.4") along with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Nikon L120 has specifications of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the N100 vs the L120.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the N100 and L120 is 89 and 75 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The graphic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the N100 and L120.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The N100 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Nikon L120 will offer greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent N100 should have an advantage in sensor tech.