Nikon L120 vs Panasonic F5

Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon L120 versus Panasonic F5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the F5 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L120 was released 23 months prior to the F5 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the L120 matches up vs the F5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L120 Gallery and Panasonic F5 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L120 has 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) and the Panasonic F5 has measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon L120 versus Panasonic F5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the L120 compared to the F5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the L120 and F5 is 75 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the L120 and F5.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs though you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older L120 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.