Nikon L120 vs Ricoh G900
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Nikon L120 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
- Announced February 2011
- Old Model is Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2018
Nikon L120 vs Ricoh G900 Overview
Here is a complete assessment of the Nikon L120 vs Ricoh G900, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the L120 (14MP) and G900 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe L120 was revealed 8 years earlier than the G900 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the L120 grades vs the G900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon L120 vs Ricoh G900 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L120 and Ricoh G900. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L120 Gallery and Ricoh G900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Ricoh G900
L120 | G900 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Nikon L120
G900 | L120 | |||
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Introduced | February 2018 | February 2011 | Fresher by 85 months | |
Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 1040k | 921k | Crisper screen (+119k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L120 and Ricoh G900
L120 | G900 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Nikon L120 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L120 comes with physical dimensions 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 Ricoh G900 has sizing of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Check out the Nikon L120 vs Ricoh G900 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the L120 and the G900.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L120 and G900 is 75 and 89 respectively.
Nikon L120 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the L120 and G900.
To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Ricoh G900 to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older L120 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon L120 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L120 | Ricoh G900 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L120 | Ricoh G900 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Announced | 2011-02-09 | 2018-02-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 5.50 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Flash on, flash off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 3840x2160 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Supports FlashAir SD cards |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 431 grams (0.95 pounds) | 247 grams (0.54 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 340 pictures |
Battery type | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $300 | $752 |