Canon A1200 vs Nikon AW130

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon A1200 and Nikon AW130, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the A1200 (12MP) and AW130 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1200 was brought out 5 years earlier than the AW130 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the A1200 scores versus the AW130 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1200 & Nikon Coolpix AW130. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A1200 Gallery & Nikon AW130 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Canon A1200 has outside dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 1.2") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Nikon AW130 has proportions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Examine the Canon A1200 and Nikon AW130 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the A1200 and the AW130.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A1200 and AW130 is 92 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The pic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1200 and AW130.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Nikon AW130 to produce extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged A1200 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.