FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon AW130
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon AW130 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Released January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix AX355
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Released February 2015
- Old Model is Nikon AW120

FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon AW130 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm AX350 and Nikon AW130, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the AW130 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The AX350 was revealed 5 years earlier than the AW130 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the AX350 grades vs the AW130 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon AW130 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 and Nikon Coolpix AW130. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery and Nikon AW130 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Nikon AW130
AX350 | AW130 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the FujiFilm AX350
AW130 | AX350 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 49 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Nikon AW130
AX350 | AW130 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon AW130 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AX350 has physical measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Nikon AW130 has dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm AX350 and Nikon AW130 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the AX350 compared to the AW130.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AX350 and AW130 is 94 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon AW130 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The image underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the AX350 and AW130.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of files although you really should take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged AX350 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon AW130 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon AW130 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
Also referred to as | FinePix AX355 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-165mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i ,50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 lb) | 221 gr (0.49 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 images | 370 images |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $0 | $398 |