Nikon L120 vs Sony WX150

Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon L120 versus Sony WX150, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the L120 (14MP) and WX150 (18MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L120 was manufactured 12 months prior to the WX150 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the L120 scores vs the WX150 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-WX150. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L120 Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon L120 offers 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 WX150 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon L120 versus Sony WX150 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the L120 against the WX150.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the L120 and WX150 is 75 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the L120 and WX150.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony WX150 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged L120 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.