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 VG-160 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 VG-160 has external dimensions of 96 x 57 x 19 mm (3.78 x 2.24 x 0.75″) and weighs 125 g (0.28 lb / 4.41 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon L120 and Olympus VG-160. Olympus VG-160 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 14mm narrower, 20mm shorter and 59mm thinner than Nikon L120.
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Comparison image of Nikon L120 and Olympus VG-160 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon L120 and Olympus VG-160.
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Top View Comparison image of Nikon L120 and Olympus VG-160 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus VG-160 is significantly lighter (306g ) than the Nikon L120 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix L120 nor Olympus VG-160 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
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon L120 and Olympus VG-160's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.