Canon A2300 vs Nikon AW120

Below, we will be evaluating the Canon A2300 and Nikon AW120, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the AW120 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A2300 was introduced 24 months prior to the AW120 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the A2300 scores against the AW120 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2300 and Nikon Coolpix AW120. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A2300 Gallery and Nikon AW120 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A2300 comes with exterior measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon AW120 has proportions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

Examine the Canon A2300 and Nikon AW120 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the A2300 vs the AW120.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2300 and AW120 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualize the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A2300 and AW120.

Clearly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you would want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older A2300 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.