Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Nikon L120 and Olympus 1 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 1 has external dimensions of 116 x 87 x 57 mm (4.57 x 3.43 x 2.24″) and weighs 402 g (0.89 lb / 14.18 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon L120 and Olympus 1. Nikon L120 is 6mm narrower and 10mm shorter than Olympus 1 but it is also 21mm thicker.
Comparison image of Nikon L120 and Olympus 1 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Nikon L120 and Olympus 1.
Comparison image of Nikon L120 and Olympus 1 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon L120 and Olympus 1.
Top View Comparison image of Nikon L120 and Olympus 1 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus 1 is 29g lighter than the Nikon L120 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix L120 nor Olympus Stylus 1 provides any type of weather sealing in their body, 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 Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon L120 and Olympus 1's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
On the other hand, Olympus 1 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over the head levels whereas the Nikon L120 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to 1.