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Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon AW130

Portability
95
Imaging
33
Features
13
Overall
25
Fujifilm FinePix Z35 front
 
Nikon Coolpix AW130 front
Portability
91
Imaging
41
Features
44
Overall
42

Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon AW130 Key Specs

Fujifilm Z35
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
  • Launched July 2009
Nikon AW130
(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
  • Introduced February 2015
  • Old Model is Nikon AW120
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon AW130 Overview

Here, we will be matching up the Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon AW130, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and AW130 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z35 was revealed 6 years earlier than the AW130 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm Z35 scores against the AW130 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Nikon AW130

 Fujifilm Z35 AW130 

Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Fujifilm Z35

 AW130 Fujifilm Z35 
IntroducedFebruary 2015July 2009More modern by 67 months
Screen size3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution921k230kClearer screen (+691k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm Z35 and Nikon AW130

 Fujifilm Z35 AW130 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither has Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon AW130 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z35 has exterior dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon AW130 has specifications of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 against the AW130.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon AW130 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z35 and AW130 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon AW130 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon AW130 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by going through specs. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z35 and AW130.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon AW130 to provide greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z35 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon AW130 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon AW130 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon AW130 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm Z35 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon AW130 as a Portrait photography camera
19
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
36
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
has face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
external flash not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm Z35 Street photography factors
Nikon AW130 Street photography factors
54
lighter than competition (125 grams)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
62
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm Z35 Sports photography information
Nikon AW130 Sports photography information
16
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000s)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
51
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
weather proofing
good battery power (370 per charge)
no shutter priority
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm Z35 Travel photography details
Nikon AW130 Travel photography details
56
lighter than competition (125 grams)
has built in flash
missing Timelapse recording
MP count low (10 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
73
good battery power (370 per charge)
weather proofing
MP count decent (16MP)
flash built-in
pretty wide (24mm)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm Z35 as a Landscape photography camera
Nikon AW130 as a Landscape photography camera
22
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
screen is somewhat small (2.5")
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
50
pretty wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
weather proofing
good battery power (370 per charge)
lack of manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
manual mode not possible
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm Z35 Vlogging advice
Nikon AW130 Vlogging advice
25
lighter than competition (125g)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.7)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
missing external microphone support
33
pretty wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
missing mic jack
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Nikon AW130 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm Z35 and Nikon AW130
 Fujifilm FinePix Z35Nikon Coolpix AW130
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model Fujifilm FinePix Z35 Nikon Coolpix AW130
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2009-07-22 2015-02-10
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 10MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 100 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.7-4.2 f/2.8-4.9
Macro focus range 8cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 921k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 3 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 7.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.10 m 5.20 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60i ,50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p)
Max video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
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 125g (0.28 lb) 221g (0.49 lb)
Physical dimensions 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") 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 - 370 photos
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Price at launch $130 $398