Nikon L120 vs Panasonic FZ200

Here is a complete comparison of the Nikon L120 vs Panasonic FZ200, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the FZ200 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L120 was unveiled 17 months before the FZ200 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the L120 grades vs the FZ200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The full galleries are available at Nikon L120 Gallery and Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L120 comes with outside dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ200 has proportions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") along with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the L120 versus the FZ200.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the L120 and FZ200 is 75 and 65 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The photograph below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L120 and FZ200.

All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon L120 to result in greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The older L120 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.