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Nikon L120 vs Sony H50

Portability
75
Imaging
36
Features
38
Overall
36
Nikon Coolpix L120 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 front
Portability
69
Imaging
31
Features
25
Overall
28

Nikon L120 vs Sony H50 Key Specs

Nikon L120
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
  • 431g - 110 x 77 x 78mm
  • Introduced February 2011
  • Old Model is Nikon L110
Sony H50
(Full Review)
  • 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
  • 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
  • Announced January 2009
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Nikon L120 vs Sony H50 Overview

Below, we are evaluating the Nikon L120 and Sony H50, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the L120 (14MP) and H50 (9MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L120 was unveiled 2 years later than the H50 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the L120 matches up against the H50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Sony H50

 L120 H50 
AnnouncedFebruary 2011January 2009Fresher by 26 months
Display resolution921k230kCrisper display (+691k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the Nikon L120

 H50 L120 
Manually focus More exact focus

Common features in the Nikon L120 and Sony H50

 L120 H50 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display dimensions
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Nikon L120 vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L120 features external dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) whilst the Sony H50 has proportions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon L120 and Sony H50 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the L120 vs the H50.

Nikon L120 vs Sony H50 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L120 and H50 is 75 and 69 respectively.

Nikon L120 vs Sony H50 top view buttons comparison

Nikon L120 vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The photograph below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L120 and H50.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Nikon L120 to show more detail having an extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The younger L120 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon L120 vs Sony H50 sensor size comparison

Nikon L120 vs Sony H50 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon L120 vs Sony H50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon L120 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony H50 as a Portrait photography camera
33
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
supports face detect focus
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
26
you can focus manually
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (9MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon L120 as a Street photography camera
Sony H50 as a Street photography camera
48
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
43
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
heavier than competitors (547g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Nikon L120
Sports photography with Sony H50
43
amazing zoom range (25-525mm 21.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
32
amazing zoom range (31-465mm 15.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow frames per second (2.0 frames/s)
sensor resolution low (9MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon L120 Travel photography factors
Sony H50 Travel photography factors
60
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
really wide (25mm)
very long reach (525mm)
lack of Timelapse function
does not contain selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
43
has built in flash
very long zoom (465mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors (547 grams)
sensor resolution low (9MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (31mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon L120 Landscape photography details
Sony H50 Landscape photography details
40
really wide (25mm)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
no manual control
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
34
you can focus manually
screen is a good size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (31mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
sensor resolution low (9 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon L120 Vlogging factors
Sony H50 Vlogging factors
27
really wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detect focus
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone port
19
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (31mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have external mic port
heavier than competitors (547g)
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Nikon L120 vs Sony H50 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon L120 and Sony H50
 Nikon Coolpix L120Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50
General Information
Make Nikon Sony
Model Nikon Coolpix L120 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2011-02-09 2009-01-15
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Expeed C2 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 9 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 3456 x 2592
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-525mm (21.0x) 31-465mm (15.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-5.8 f/2.7-4.5
Macro focus distance 1cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 921k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 6.00 m 9.10 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG -
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 431 grams (0.95 lbs) 547 grams (1.21 lbs)
Dimensions 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 shots -
Battery form AA -
Battery model 4 x AA NP-BG1
Self timer Yes (10 or 2 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail price $300 $80