Nikon L120 vs Olympus SP-600 UZ

Following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon L120 versus Olympus SP-600 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the SP-600 UZ (12MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L120 was revealed 13 months after the SP-600 UZ making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the L120 scores versus the SP-600 UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L120 and Olympus SP-600 UZ. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L120 Gallery and Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L120 enjoys outer dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Olympus SP-600 UZ has measurements of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon L120 versus Olympus SP-600 UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the L120 vs the SP-600 UZ.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L120 and SP-600 UZ is 75 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking specs. The picture here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L120 and SP-600 UZ.

All in all, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon L120 to give you greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern L120 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.