Nikon L120 vs Nikon P310
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Nikon L120 vs Nikon P310 Key Specs
(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
- Released February 2011
- Replaced the Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 194g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Launched June 2012
- Previous Model is Nikon P300
- Updated by Nikon P330

Nikon L120 vs Nikon P310 Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Nikon L120 vs Nikon P310, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Nikon. The image resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the P310 (16MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L120 was released 16 months earlier than the P310 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the L120 scores versus the P310 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon L120 vs Nikon P310 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L120 and Nikon Coolpix P310. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L120 Gallery and Nikon P310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Nikon P310
L120 | P310 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon P310 over the Nikon L120
P310 | L120 | |||
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Launched | June 2012 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 16 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Nikon L120 and Nikon P310
L120 | P310 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L120 vs Nikon P310 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L120 offers exterior 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) whilst the Nikon P310 has specifications of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Nikon L120 vs Nikon P310 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the L120 and the P310.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the L120 and P310 is 75 and 92 respectively.

Nikon L120 vs Nikon P310 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the L120 and P310.
Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon P310 to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged L120 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon L120 vs Nikon P310 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L120 vs Nikon P310 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L120 | Nikon Coolpix P310 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Nikon |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L120 | Nikon Coolpix P310 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-02-09 | 2012-06-22 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 99 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 24-100mm (4.2x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120, 30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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) | 194 gr (0.43 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 images | 230 images |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $300 | $700 |