Nikon L120 vs Panasonic ZS45

Below is a extended comparison of the Nikon L120 versus Panasonic ZS45, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L120 was released 4 years earlier than the ZS45 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the L120 grades against the ZS45 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L120 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon L120 Gallery & Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon L120 has got exterior dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS45 has proportions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the L120 versus the ZS45.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L120 and ZS45 is 75 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L120 and ZS45.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZS45 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older L120 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.