Nikon L120 vs Olympus SP-610UZ
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Nikon L120 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Key Specs
(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
- Launched February 2011
- Replaced the Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-616mm (F3.3-5.7) lens
- 405g - 107 x 73 x 73mm
- Announced January 2011
- Replaced the Olympus SP-600 UZ
- Successor is Olympus SP-620 UZ

Nikon L120 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon L120 versus Olympus SP-610UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the SP-610UZ (14MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The L120 was revealed 2 months later than the SP-610UZ which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the L120 scores against the SP-610UZ with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L120 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L120 & Olympus SP-610UZ. The full galleries are provided at Nikon L120 Gallery & Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Olympus SP-610UZ
L120 | SP-610UZ | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-610UZ over the Nikon L120
SP-610UZ | L120 |
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Common features in the Nikon L120 and Olympus SP-610UZ
L120 | SP-610UZ | |||
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Announced | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Nikon L120 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon L120 comes with external measurements of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Olympus SP-610UZ has specifications of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L120 versus Olympus SP-610UZ in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the L120 vs the SP-610UZ.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L120 and SP-610UZ is 75 and 79 respectively.

Nikon L120 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by reading specs. The photograph below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the L120 and SP-610UZ.
All in all, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you really should factor the launch date of the products into consideration.

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Nikon L120 vs Olympus SP-610UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L120 | Olympus SP-610UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L120 | Olympus SP-610UZ |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-02-09 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 28-616mm (22.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.3-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 6.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 431 gr (0.95 pounds) | 405 gr (0.89 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 107 x 73 x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photographs | 340 photographs |
Battery format | AA | AA |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $300 | $299 |