Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L120
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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 520g - 124 x 80 x 95mm
- Announced September 2010
- Refreshed by Leica V-Lux 3
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
- Announced February 2011
- Older Model is Nikon L110

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L120 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Leica V-Lux 2 versus Nikon L120, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Leica and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 2 (14MP) and the L120 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The V-Lux 2 was released 4 months before the L120 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 2 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera.
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the V-Lux 2 scores vs the L120 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L120 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 2 and Nikon Coolpix L120. The complete galleries are available at Leica V-Lux 2 Gallery and Nikon L120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 2 over the Nikon L120
V-Lux 2 | L120 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Leica V-Lux 2
L120 | V-Lux 2 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 2 and Nikon L120
V-Lux 2 | L120 | |||
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Announced | September 2010 | ![]() | February 2011 | Similar generation |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L120 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 2 has got outside dimensions of 124mm x 80mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) whilst the Nikon L120 has sizing of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).
Check out the Leica V-Lux 2 versus Nikon L120 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the V-Lux 2 and the L120.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the V-Lux 2 and L120 is 67 and 75 respectively.

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L120 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the V-Lux 2 and L120.
Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures though you should really consider the release date of the products into consideration.

Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L120 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica V-Lux 2 vs Nikon L120 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 2 | Nikon Coolpix L120 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Leica | Nikon |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 2 | Nikon Coolpix L120 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-09-21 | 2011-02-09 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.50 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 520 gr (1.15 lbs) | 431 gr (0.95 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 80 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images |
Form of battery | - | AA |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $1,000 | $300 |