Nikon L120 vs Nikon S8200

Here, we are contrasting the Nikon L120 and Nikon S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are built by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the S8200 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L120 was unveiled 6 months earlier than the S8200 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the L120 grades against the S8200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L120 and Nikon Coolpix S8200. The full galleries are available at Nikon L120 Gallery and Nikon S8200 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L120 has outside 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) whilst the Nikon S8200 has proportions of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the L120 compared to the S8200.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the L120 and S8200 is 75 and 91 respectively.

Often, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L120 and S8200.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S8200 to deliver greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively.