Nikon L120 vs Nikon P90

In this write-up, we are matching up the Nikon L120 and Nikon P90, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are created by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the P90 (12MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L120 was unveiled 2 years after the P90 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the L120 grades vs the P90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L120 and Nikon Coolpix P90. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L120 Gallery and Nikon P90 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L120 offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) whilst the Nikon P90 has proportions of 114mm x 99mm x 83mm (4.5" x 3.9" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the L120 and the P90.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the L120 and P90 is 75 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L120 and P90.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon L120 to resolve more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher L120 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.