Nikon L120 vs Olympus SZ-15

Following is a extended overview of the Nikon L120 vs Olympus SZ-15, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the SZ-15 (16MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L120 was announced 3 years before the SZ-15 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the L120 grades against the SZ-15 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L120 and Olympus SZ-15. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L120 Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon L120 enjoys outside 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) whilst the Olympus SZ-15 has specifications of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L120 vs Olympus SZ-15 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the L120 vs the SZ-15.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the L120 and SZ-15 is 75 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the L120 and SZ-15.

As you can see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-15 to show more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged L120 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.