Canon A2300 vs Nikon AW130

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon A2300 and Nikon AW130, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the AW130 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A2300 was revealed 4 years before the AW130 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the A2300 grades against the AW130 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2300 & Nikon Coolpix AW130. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A2300 Gallery & Nikon AW130 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A2300 features outer dimensions 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 AW130 has measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the A2300 and the AW130.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2300 and AW130 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the A2300 and AW130.

All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you should factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The older A2300 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.