Nikon L120 vs Sony HX90V

Lets look much closer at the Nikon L120 vs Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the L120 (14MP) and HX90V (18MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L120 was announced 5 years earlier than the HX90V which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the L120 scores vs the HX90V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L120 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L120 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L120 has external 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 Sony HX90V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon L120 vs Sony HX90V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the L120 compared to the HX90V.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the L120 and HX90V is 75 and 91 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The image underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L120 and HX90V.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony HX90V to resolve more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged L120 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.