Nikon L120 vs Sony S930
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Nikon L120 vs Sony S930 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
- Previous Model is Nikon L110
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Released January 2009

Nikon L120 vs Sony S930 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Nikon L120 vs Sony S930, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the L120 (14MP) and S930 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The L120 was announced 2 years later than the S930 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the L120 grades versus the S930 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L120 vs Sony S930 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L120 Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L120 over the Sony S930
L120 | S930 | |||
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Released | February 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 26 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.6") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 112k | Crisper display (+809k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Nikon L120
S930 | L120 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Nikon L120 and Sony S930
L120 | S930 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Nikon L120 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon L120 comes with outside measurements of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Sony S930 has sizing of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L120 vs Sony S930 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the L120 compared to the S930.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L120 and S930 is 75 and 94 respectively.

Nikon L120 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L120 and S930.
Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Nikon L120 to render more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent L120 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.

Nikon L120 vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon L120 vs Sony S930 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L120 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L120 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-02-09 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-525mm (21.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.8 | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.4 inch |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 112 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 1/8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 431 grams (0.95 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 77 x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
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 | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $300 | $219 |