Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Nikon L120 and Olympus SZ-12 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon L120 has external dimensions of 110 x 77 x 78 mm (4.33 x 3.03 x 3.07″) and weighs 431 g (0.95 lb / 15.20 oz) (including batteries). Olympus SZ-12 has external dimensions of 106 x 69 x 40 mm (4.17 x 2.72 x 1.57″) and weighs 226 g (0.50 lb / 7.97 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon L120 and the Olympus SZ-12. Olympus SZ-12 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 4mm narrower, 8mm shorter and 38mm thinner than Nikon L120.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon L120 and Olympus SZ-12.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus SZ-12 is significantly lighter (205g ) than the Nikon L120 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Nikon Coolpix L120 nor Olympus SZ-12 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon L120 and Olympus SZ-12's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.