Nikon L120 vs Nikon P510

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon L120 vs Nikon P510, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are built by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the P510 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L120 was manufactured 17 months earlier than the P510 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P510 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the L120 grades vs the P510 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L120 and Nikon Coolpix P510. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon L120 Gallery and Nikon P510 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon L120 has exterior dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Nikon P510 has sizing of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") and a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon L120 vs Nikon P510 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the L120 vs the P510.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L120 and P510 is 75 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specifications. The pic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the L120 and P510.

To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon P510 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged L120 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.