Fujifilm JX550 vs Nikon AW130

Lets look closer at the Fujifilm JX550 versus Nikon AW130, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the AW130 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX550 was launched 4 years earlier than the AW130 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm JX550 grades versus the AW130 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 and Nikon Coolpix AW130. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery and Nikon AW130 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JX550 provides physical measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Nikon AW130 has dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm JX550 versus Nikon AW130 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 versus the AW130.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX550 and AW130 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The graphic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX550 and AW130.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images though you have to take the release date of the cameras into account. The older Fujifilm JX550 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.