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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon L120

Portability
99
Imaging
37
Features
23
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 front
 
Nikon Coolpix L120 front
Portability
75
Imaging
37
Features
38
Overall
37

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon L120 Key Specs

Casio EX-ZS5
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 848 x 480 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released January 2011
Nikon L120
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
  • 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
  • Released February 2011
  • Superseded the Nikon L110
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon L120 Overview

On this page, we are comparing the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Nikon L120, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Casio and Nikon. The resolution of the EX-ZS5 (14MP) and the L120 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS5 was revealed around the same time to the L120 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZS5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the EX-ZS5 grades versus the L120 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS5 over the Nikon L120

 EX-ZS5 L120 

Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Casio EX-ZS5

 L120 EX-ZS5 
Display resolution921k461kCrisper display (+460k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-ZS5 and Nikon L120

 EX-ZS5 L120 
ReleasedJanuary 2011February 2011Similar generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display size
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither includes Touch friendly display

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon L120 Physical Comparison

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZS5 features external measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Nikon L120 has measurements of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).

See the Casio EX-ZS5 versus Nikon L120 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-ZS5 and the L120.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon L120 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZS5 and L120 is 99 and 75 respectively.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon L120 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon L120 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZS5 and L120.

As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you should expect similar quality of files although you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration.

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon L120 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon L120 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon L120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Portrait photography info
Nikon L120 Portrait photography info
28
decent MP (14MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
33
megapixel count good (14MP)
supports face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Street photography highlights
Nikon L120 Street photography highlights
49
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
48
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon L120 as a Sports photography camera
32
decent MP (14 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
43
long zoom range (25-525mm 21.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon L120 as a Travel photography camera
71
decent MP (14MP)
built-in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse recording
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
60
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
long reach (525mm)
no Timelapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Landscape photography details
Nikon L120 Landscape photography details
38
good maximum aperture (f)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
lack of Time Lapse recording
40
decently wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
manual mode not available
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
no Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-ZS5 Vlogging information
Nikon L120 Vlogging information
27
good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low res video (848 x 480 pixels)
lack of external mic jack
27
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detect focusing
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone support
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Casio EX-ZS5 vs Nikon L120 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-ZS5 and Nikon L120
 Casio Exilim EX-ZS5Nikon Coolpix L120
General Information
Brand Name Casio Nikon
Model type Casio Exilim EX-ZS5 Nikon Coolpix L120
Category Ultracompact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2011-01-05 2011-02-09
Physical type Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Exilim Engine 5.0 Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.16 x 4.62mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range () 25-525mm (21.0x)
Largest aperture - f/3.1-5.8
Macro focusing range - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 461k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech - TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 6.00 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Highest video resolution 848x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight - 431 grams (0.95 lbs)
Physical dimensions 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 330 photos
Type of battery - AA
Battery ID - 4 x AA
Self timer - Yes (10 or 2 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $100 $300