Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon L120

Below is a thorough overview of the Canon SX540 HS vs Nikon L120, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and L120 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX540 HS was launched 4 years later than the L120 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon SX540 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the SX540 HS scores versus the L120 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS & Nikon Coolpix L120. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX540 HS Gallery & Nikon L120 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX540 HS features outer measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Nikon L120 has dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the SX540 HS and the L120.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX540 HS and L120 is 69 and 75 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The visual here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX540 HS and L120.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX540 HS to offer more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer SX540 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.