Nikon L120 vs Nikon L810
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Nikon L120 vs Nikon L810 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
- Released February 2011
- Previous Model is Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Announced February 2012
- Refreshed by Nikon L820
Nikon L120 vs Nikon L810 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon L120 and Nikon L810, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are offered by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the L810 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe L120 was brought out 11 months earlier than the L810 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the L120 matches up versus the L810 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon L120 vs Nikon L810 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L120 & Nikon Coolpix L810. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L120 Gallery & Nikon L810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Nikon L810
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Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Nikon L120
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Announced | February 2012 | February 2011 | More recent by 11 months |
Common features in the Nikon L120 and Nikon L810
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 921k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L120 vs Nikon L810 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L120 features outer dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Nikon L810 has specifications of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L120 and Nikon L810 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the L120 versus the L810.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L120 and L810 is 75 and 74 respectively.
Nikon L120 vs Nikon L810 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over specs. The graphic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L120 and L810.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon L810 to offer you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older L120 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Nikon L120 vs Nikon L810 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L120 | Nikon Coolpix L810 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L120 | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-02-09 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 23-585mm (25.4x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.2 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
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 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 431 gr (0.95 lbs) | 430 gr (0.95 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 300 pictures |
Form of battery | AA | AA |
Battery model | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $300 | $280 |