Nikon L120 vs Pentax XG-1

Following is a detailed analysis of the Nikon L120 and Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L120 was announced 4 years prior to the XG-1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the L120 matches up vs the XG-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L120 & Pentax XG-1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L120 Gallery & Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L120 comes with exterior measurements of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") with a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) whilst the Pentax XG-1 has dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the L120 vs the XG-1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the L120 and XG-1 is 75 and 66 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L120 and XG-1.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Pentax XG-1 to give you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged L120 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.