Nikon L120 vs Nikon L28

Here is a detailed assessment of the Nikon L120 and Nikon L28, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the L120 (14MP) and L28 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L120 was revealed 24 months earlier than the L28 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the L120 grades against the L28 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L120 & Nikon Coolpix L28. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L120 Gallery & Nikon L28 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L120 provides outer dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Nikon L28 has specifications of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L120 and Nikon L28 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the L120 compared to the L28.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the L120 and L28 is 75 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L120 and L28.

As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon L28 to render greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older L120 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.