FujiFilm S200EXR vs Nikon L120

Here, we will be contrasting the FujiFilm S200EXR vs Nikon L120, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the S200EXR (12MP) and the L120 (14MP) is relatively similar but the S200EXR (1/1.6") and L120 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The S200EXR was introduced 18 months before the L120 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S200EXR being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S200EXR grades versus the L120 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S200EXR & Nikon Coolpix L120. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm S200EXR Gallery & Nikon L120 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S200EXR has got exterior measurements of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") with a weight of 865 grams (1.91 lbs) whilst the Nikon L120 has measurements 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 ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S200EXR vs the L120.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S200EXR and L120 is 54 and 75 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading technical specs. The photograph here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S200EXR and L120.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S200EXR using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon L120 will offer greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older S200EXR is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.