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 XZ-2 iHS 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 XZ-2 iHS has external dimensions of 113 x 65 x 48 mm (4.45 x 2.56 x 1.89″) and weighs 346 g (0.76 lb / 12.20 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon L120 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS. Olympus XZ-2 iHS is 12mm shorter and 30mm thinner than Nikon L120 but it is also 3mm wider.
Comparison image of Nikon L120 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon L120 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS.
Top View Comparison image of Nikon L120 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Olympus XZ-2 iHS is significantly lighter (85g ) than the Nikon L120 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix L120 nor Olympus XZ-2 iHS 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 XZ-2 iHS's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
On the other hand, Olympus XZ-2 iHS 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 XZ-2 iHS.