Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Nikon AW120

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Nikon AW120, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and the AW120 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") and AW120 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm F500 EXR was unveiled 4 years before the AW120 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm F500 EXR grades against the AW120 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR and Nikon Coolpix AW120. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery and Nikon AW120 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm F500 EXR comes with external measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Nikon AW120 has specifications of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Nikon AW120 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm F500 EXR against the AW120.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and AW120 is 91 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through specs. The photograph here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and AW120.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have the same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F500 EXR provides the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult. The older Fujifilm F500 EXR will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.