Nikon L120 vs Sony HX200V

Below, we are looking at the Nikon L120 vs Sony HX200V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the L120 (14MP) and HX200V (18MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L120 was announced 15 months before the HX200V making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon L120 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the L120 matches up against the HX200V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L120 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L120 Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Nikon L120 has exterior measurements of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Sony HX200V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the L120 vs the HX200V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the L120 and HX200V is 75 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The picture below should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the L120 and HX200V.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX200V to give you extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged L120 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.