Nikon L120 vs Olympus SZ-10
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Nikon L120 vs Olympus SZ-10 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
- Old Model is Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-4.4) lens
- 215g - 106 x 67 x 38mm
- Launched February 2011

Nikon L120 vs Olympus SZ-10 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon L120 vs Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The L120 was brought out at a similar time to the SZ-10 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the L120 scores versus the SZ-10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L120 vs Olympus SZ-10 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L120 & Olympus SZ-10. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L120 Gallery & Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Olympus SZ-10
L120 | SZ-10 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the Nikon L120
SZ-10 | L120 |
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Common features in the Nikon L120 and Olympus SZ-10
L120 | SZ-10 | |||
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Launched | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2011 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L120 vs Olympus SZ-10 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon L120 has got external measurements of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-10 has sizing of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L120 vs Olympus SZ-10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the L120 compared to the SZ-10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L120 and SZ-10 is 75 and 90 respectively.

Nikon L120 vs Olympus SZ-10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L120 and SZ-10.
As you can see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you will need to take the launch date of the cameras into account.

Nikon L120 vs Olympus SZ-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L120 vs Olympus SZ-10 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L120 | Olympus SZ-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L120 | Olympus SZ-10 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-02-09 | 2011-02-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
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 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.1-4.4 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 7.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 431 grams (0.95 lbs) | 215 grams (0.47 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
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 images | 220 images |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $300 | $300 |