Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon AW130
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Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon AW130 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 313g - 104 x 69 x 80mm
- Released July 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Announced February 2015
- Replaced the Nikon AW120
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Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon SX400 IS versus Nikon AW130, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the AW130 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe SX400 IS was revealed 6 months earlier than the AW130 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the SX400 IS scores vs the AW130 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Photography Glossary Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon AW130 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Nikon Coolpix AW130. The full galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Nikon AW130 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Nikon AW130
| SX400 IS | AW130 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Canon SX400 IS
| AW130 | SX400 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Nikon AW130
| SX400 IS | AW130 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | July 2014 |  | February 2015 | Similar generation |
| Manual focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon AW130 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX400 IS comes with outer measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Nikon AW130 has sizing of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX400 IS versus Nikon AW130 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the SX400 IS against the AW130.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and AW130 is 81 and 91 respectively.
Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon AW130 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The graphic here may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX400 IS and AW130.
As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos although you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration.
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Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon AW130 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Nikon Coolpix AW130 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Nikon |
| Model | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Released | 2014-07-29 | 2015-02-10 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Digic 4+ | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/2.8-4.9 |
| Macro focus range | 0cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 7.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i ,50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 313 gr (0.69 lb) | 221 gr (0.49 lb) |
| Dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 190 shots | 370 shots |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NB-11LH | EN-EL12 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at launch | $229 | $398 |