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 Pentax VS20 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). Pentax VS20 has external dimensions of 111 x 61 x 38 mm (4.37 x 2.4 x 1.5″) and weighs 235 g (0.52 lb / 8.29 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon L120 and Pentax VS20. Pentax VS20 is 16mm shorter and 40mm thinner than Nikon L120 but it is also 1mm wider.
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Comparison image of Nikon L120 and Pentax VS20 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of Nikon L120 and Pentax VS20.
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Comparison image of Nikon L120 and Pentax VS20 Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon L120 and Pentax VS20.
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Top View Comparison image of Nikon L120 and Pentax VS20 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Pentax VS20 is significantly lighter (196g ) than the Nikon L120 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix L120 nor Pentax Optio VS20 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 Pentax VS20'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.