Nikon L120 vs Sony WX80

Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon L120 vs Sony WX80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the L120 (14MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L120 was launched 23 months earlier than the WX80 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the L120 matches up vs the WX80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L120 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L120 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L120 offers physical dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs) while the Sony WX80 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Nikon L120 vs Sony WX80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the L120 and the WX80.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the L120 and WX80 is 75 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The image underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the L120 and WX80.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony WX80 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged L120 is going to be behind in sensor technology.