Nikon L120 vs Panasonic TS20

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Nikon L120 versus Panasonic TS20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the TS20 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L120 was introduced 11 months prior to the TS20 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the L120 scores versus the TS20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L120 Gallery and Panasonic TS20 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L120 comes with external dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Panasonic TS20 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon L120 versus Panasonic TS20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the L120 and the TS20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L120 and TS20 is 75 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The visual below might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L120 and TS20.

As you can tell, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic TS20 to offer greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older L120 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.