Nikon Coolpix L110 vs Nikon Coolpix L120

      Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon Coolpix L120
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Nikon Coolpix L110 and the Nikon Coolpix L120, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Nikon Coolpix L110 was introduced in February 2010 and Nikon Coolpix L120 was introduced in February 2011. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Nikon Coolpix L110 Highlights

      • 12.1 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 80 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 460k dot Fixed Screen
      • 13.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Nikon Coolpix L120 Highlights

      • 14.1 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 80 - 6,400 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points
      • Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 921k dot Fixed Screen
      • 0.7 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Nikon Coolpix L110
      4. Advantage of Nikon Coolpix L120
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Nikon Coolpix L110 and Nikon Coolpix L120.

      PROS

      Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon Coolpix L120

      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 406 g (0.90 lb / 14.32 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 431 g (0.95 lb / 15.20 oz)
      •   Internal Storage

      CONS

      Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon Coolpix L120

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.1 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.7 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 330 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon Coolpix L120

      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 13.0 fps
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec

      Advantage of Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon L110
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix L110 over Nikon Coolpix L120.

      Nikon Coolpix L110 vs Nikon Coolpix L120
      Single Autofocus vs
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/5.4 vs f/5.8
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 8 sec vs 4 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 13.0 fps vs 0.7 fps
      Spot Metering vs
      Lighter 406 g (0.90 lb / 14.32 oz) vs 431 g (0.95 lb / 15.20 oz)

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      Nikon L810
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.1 MP

      Nikon L830
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Nikon L100
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      1/2.33-inch

      10.0 MP

      Nikon L820
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Nikon L610
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Nikon L840
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Canon 7D II
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Sony a6600
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Canon R3
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      Full Frame

      24.1 MP

      Canon R5 C
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      Full Frame

      45.0 MP

      Advantage of Nikon Coolpix L120

      Nikon L120
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix L120 over Nikon Coolpix L110.

      Nikon Coolpix L110 vs Nikon Coolpix L120
      Higher Sensor Resolution 12.1 Megapixel vs 14.1 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 1,600 vs 6,400
      Max Image Resolution 4000 x 3000 vs 4320 x 3240
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Reaches Wider Angle 28 mm vs 25 mm
      Reachs More Telephoto 420 mm vs 525 mm
      Greater Optical Zoom 15x vs 21x
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/3.5 vs f/3.1
      Min Normal Focus Distance 60 cm vs 50 cm
      Higher Resolution Screen 460k dot vs 921k dot
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/2000 sec vs 1/4000 sec
      Speaker vs Mono
      Built-in Microphone vs Stereo
      Internal Storage 43 MB vs 102 MB

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Nikon Coolpix L120.

      Nikon L810
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.1 MP

      Nikon L820
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Nikon L840
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Nikon L830
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Nikon L100
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      1/2.33-inch

      10.0 MP

      Nikon L610
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Canon R5 C
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      Full Frame

      45.0 MP

      Nikon L19
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      1/2.5-inch

      8 MP

      Sony S2100
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Nikon S1100pj
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      1/2.3-inch

      14.1 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Sony T90
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      1/2.3-inch

      12 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Nikon Coolpix L110 Nikon Coolpix L120
        Video Capture
        Low Native ISO8080
        High Native ISO1,6006,400
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
        HDMI Output
        Light406 g (0.90 lb / 14.32 oz)431 g (0.95 lb / 15.20 oz)
        Internal Storage43 MB102 MB
      WEAKNESSES Nikon Coolpix L110 Nikon Coolpix L120
        Small Sensor1/2.3-inch1/2.3-inch
        Low Resolution Sensor12.1 Megapixel14.1 Megapixel
        Timelapse Recording
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        No Viewfinder
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution1280 x 7201280 x 720
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen

      Screen

      Nikon Coolpix L110 and Nikon Coolpix L120 have 3.0" Fixed screens with 460k dot and 921k dot resolutions respectively.

      Sensor

      Nikon Coolpix L110 features a 12.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 1,600 and expands to 80 - 6,400 in boosted mode. Nikon Coolpix L120 features a 14.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 6,400.

      Photography Features

      Cameras are equipped with Expeed C2 processor.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Both cameras have HDMI connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Nikon Coolpix L110 and Nikon Coolpix L120 come with 4 x AA battery pack with battery life of 330 shots on Nikon Coolpix L120.


      External Storage Slots

      Nikon Coolpix L110 has a single SD/SDHC card slot. Nikon Coolpix L120 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Nikon Coolpix L110, and up to 1/4000 sec on Nikon Coolpix L120. Nikon Coolpix L110 can shoot continuously up to 13.0 fps. Nikon Coolpix L120 can shoot continuously up to 0.7 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 6.00 m on Nikon Coolpix L120..

      Physical Parameters

      Nikon Coolpix L110 body has dimensions of 109 x 74 x 78 mm (4.29 x 2.91 x 3.07") and Nikon Coolpix L120 body has dimensions of 110 x 77 x 78 mm (4.33 x 3.03 x 3.07"). Nikon Coolpix L110 weighs 406 g (0.90 lb / 14.32 oz) and Nikon Coolpix L120 weighs 431 g (0.95 lb / 15.20 oz).

      Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon Coolpix L120

      109 mm

      74 mm

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      110 mm

      77 mm

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      Size comparisons of Nikon Coolpix L110 and Nikon Coolpix L120

      Nikon Coolpix L110 and Nikon Coolpix L120 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon Coolpix L120

      POOR
      47
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      49
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon Coolpix L120

      AVERAGE
      56
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 13.0 fps
      AVERAGE
      65
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.7 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 330 shots

      Wildlife Photography

      Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon Coolpix L120

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 13.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.7 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 330 shots

      Portrait Photography

      Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon Coolpix L120

      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Small Sensor
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Street Photography

      Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon Coolpix L120

      GOOD
      81
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 406 g (0.90 lb / 14.32 oz)
      GOOD
      80
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 431 g (0.95 lb / 15.20 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon Coolpix L120

      GOOD
      83
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 406 g (0.90 lb / 14.32 oz)
      GOOD
      82
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 431 g (0.95 lb / 15.20 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 330 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Nikon Coolpix L110 and Nikon Coolpix L120 and give them scores of 51 and 55 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon Coolpix L120

      OVERALL
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      OVERALL
      55

      Sensor

      Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon Coolpix L120

      POOR
      44
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      48
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.1 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon Coolpix L120

      AVERAGE
      61
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 13.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.7 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon Coolpix L120

      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon Coolpix L120

      AVERAGE
      59
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      66
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon Coolpix L120

      POOR
      53
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      AVERAGE
      57
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 921k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon Coolpix L120

      POOR
      50
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Nikon Coolpix L110

      Nikon Coolpix L120

      POOR
      45
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 406 g (0.90 lb / 14.32 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      POOR
      41
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 431 g (0.95 lb / 15.20 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 330 shots
      •   Internal Storage


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