Nikon AW120 vs Nikon L120

Let's examine more closely at the Nikon AW120 versus Nikon L120, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the L120 (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was released 3 years later than the L120 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the AW120 scores against the L120 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix AW120 and Nikon Coolpix L120. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon AW120 Gallery and Nikon L120 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW120 comes with outside dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Nikon L120 has proportions 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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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the AW120 vs the L120.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the AW120 and L120 is 92 and 75 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the AW120 and L120.

All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon AW120 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer AW120 will have an edge in sensor tech.