Leica C vs Nikon L120

Here is a extensive comparison of the Leica C versus Nikon L120, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the C (12MP) and the L120 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the C (1/1.7") and L120 (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The C was revealed 2 years later than the L120 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the C scores versus the L120 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica C and Nikon Coolpix L120. The full galleries are viewable at Leica C Gallery and Nikon L120 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica C has outside dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Nikon L120 has measurements 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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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the C and the L120.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the C and L120 is 92 and 75 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at specs. The graphic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the C and L120.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The C using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon L120 will give you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent C should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.