Nikon L120 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS
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Nikon L120 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS 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
- Introduced February 2011
- Older Model is Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 167g - 98 x 66 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
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In this write-up, we are matching up the Nikon L120 versus Olympus TG-630 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by companies Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the TG-630 iHS (12MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe L120 was revealed 23 months earlier than the TG-630 iHS making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the L120 matches up versus the TG-630 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Olympus TG-630 iHS
| L120 | TG-630 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-630 iHS over the Nikon L120
| TG-630 iHS | L120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2013 |  | February 2011 | Fresher by 23 months |
Common features in the Nikon L120 and Olympus TG-630 iHS
| L120 | TG-630 iHS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither has Touch display |
Nikon L120 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L120 has physical 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 TG-630 iHS has measurements of 98mm x 66mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the L120 against the TG-630 iHS.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the L120 and TG-630 iHS is 75 and 94 respectively.
Nikon L120 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the L120 and TG-630 iHS.
As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon L120 to offer more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older L120 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon L120 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L120 vs Olympus TG-630 iHS Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L120 | Olympus TG-630 iHS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix L120 | Olympus TG-630 iHS |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Introduced | 2011-02-09 | 2013-01-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| 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 | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3968 x 2976 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| 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 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.9-5.9 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.00 m | - |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 431g (0.95 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
| Dimensions | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 98 x 66 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 photos | 220 photos |
| Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | LI-50B |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $300 | $200 |