Canon SX520 HS vs Nikon L120

Lets look a bit more closely at the Canon SX520 HS and Nikon L120, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the L120 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was launched 3 years later than the L120 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the SX520 HS matches up against the L120 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Nikon Coolpix L120. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Nikon L120 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX520 HS features physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 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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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the SX520 HS compared to the L120.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and L120 is 69 and 75 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and L120.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX520 HS to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern SX520 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.