Nikon L120 vs Olympus FE-47
Portability
75 Imaging
37 Features
38 Overall
37
75 Imaging
37 Features
38 Overall
37
Portability
93 Imaging
37 Features
17 Overall
29
93 Imaging
37 Features
17 Overall
29
Nikon L120 vs Olympus FE-47 Key Specs
Nikon L120
(Full Review)
(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
- Revealed February 2011
- Old Model is Nikon L110
Olympus FE-47
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-180mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 204g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Released January 2010
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes Nikon L120 vs Olympus FE-47 Overview
Here is a extensive assessment of the Nikon L120 and Olympus FE-47, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the FE-47 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe L120 was released 14 months later than the FE-47 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the L120 scores versus the FE-47 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next month Nikon L120 vs Olympus FE-47 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L120 & Olympus FE-47. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L120 Gallery & Olympus FE-47 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Olympus FE-47
| L120 | FE-47 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2011 |  | January 2010 | Fresher by 14 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-47 over the Nikon L120
| FE-47 | L120 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon L120 and Olympus FE-47
| L120 | FE-47 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither contains Touch screen |
Nikon L120 vs Olympus FE-47 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L120 has got outer measurements of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Olympus FE-47 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L120 and Olympus FE-47 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the L120 against the FE-47.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the L120 and FE-47 is 75 and 93 respectively.
Nikon L120 vs Olympus FE-47 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The photograph below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the L120 and FE-47.
Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files though you will want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The younger L120 should have an edge in sensor innovation.
Nikon L120 vs Olympus FE-47 Screen and ViewFinder
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Nikon L120 as a Portrait photography camera
Olympus FE-47 as a Portrait photography camera
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
provides face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneStreet Comparison
Nikon L120 Street photography details
Olympus FE-47 Street photography details
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingSports Comparison
Sports photography with Nikon L120
Sports photography with Olympus FE-47
long zoom range (25-525mm 21.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
max frames per second low (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsTravel Comparison
Nikon L120 as a Travel photography camera
Olympus FE-47 as a Travel photography camera
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (25mm)
very long zoom (525mm)
no Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.1)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsLandscape Comparison
Nikon L120 Landscape photography features
Olympus FE-47 Landscape photography features
pretty wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
no manual exposure
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
no Timelapse function
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Time Lapse mode
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesVlogging Comparison
Nikon L120 Vlogging advice
Olympus FE-47 Vlogging advice
pretty wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detect autofocus
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no microphone socket
wide angle not good (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
missing mic port
Photography Glossary
Nikon L120 vs Olympus FE-47 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L120 | Olympus FE-47 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix L120 | Olympus FE-47 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2011-02-09 | 2010-01-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed C2 | TruePic III |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 921k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.00 m | 3.80 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic 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) | 204 gr (0.45 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| 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 photographs | - |
| Form of battery | AA | - |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Cost at release | $300 | $0 |
