Nikon AW120 vs Nikon L28

Below is a in depth analysis of the Nikon AW120 and Nikon L28, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Nikon. The image resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the L28 (20MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was manufactured 13 months later than the L28 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the AW120 scores against the L28 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW120 & Nikon Coolpix L28. The entire galleries are available at Nikon AW120 Gallery & Nikon L28 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW120 provides external measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Nikon L28 has proportions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the AW120 and the L28.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AW120 and L28 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to see the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the AW120 and L28.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon L28 to produce extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher AW120 will have an edge in sensor innovation.