Nikon L120 vs Olympus SP-590 UZ

Below is a extensive analysis of the Nikon L120 versus Olympus SP-590 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the SP-590 UZ (12MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L120 was brought out 2 years later than the SP-590 UZ and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-590 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the L120 grades against the SP-590 UZ in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L120 and Olympus SP-590 UZ. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon L120 Gallery and Olympus SP-590 UZ Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L120 provides external dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Olympus SP-590 UZ has specifications of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the L120 versus the SP-590 UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L120 and SP-590 UZ is 75 and 72 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the L120 and SP-590 UZ.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon L120 to offer greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent L120 should have an edge in sensor innovation.