Kodak M550 vs Nikon AW120
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Kodak M550 vs Nikon AW120 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 125g - 98 x 58 x 23mm
- Released January 2010
(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
- 213g - 110 x 66 x 26mm
- Released February 2014
- Succeeded the Nikon AW110
- Newer Model is Nikon AW130
Kodak M550 vs Nikon AW120 Overview
Following is a in-depth comparison of the Kodak M550 versus Nikon AW120, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Kodak and Nikon. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the M550 (12MP) and AW120 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe M550 was launched 5 years prior to the AW120 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the M550 grades against the AW120 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Kodak M550 vs Nikon AW120 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M550 & Nikon Coolpix AW120. The complete galleries are available at Kodak M550 Gallery & Nikon AW120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Nikon AW120
M550 | AW120 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the Kodak M550
AW120 | M550 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | January 2010 | More modern by 49 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak M550 and Nikon AW120
M550 | AW120 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M550 vs Nikon AW120 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Kodak M550 offers outside measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon AW120 has sizing of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak M550 versus Nikon AW120 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the M550 compared to the AW120.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M550 and AW120 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Kodak M550 vs Nikon AW120 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the M550 and AW120.
Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Nikon AW120 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged M550 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Kodak M550 vs Nikon AW120 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M550 | Nikon Coolpix AW120 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M550 | Nikon Coolpix AW120 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2010-01-05 | 2014-02-07 |
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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
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 mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | OLED monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.20 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125 grams (0.28 pounds) | 213 grams (0.47 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 110 x 66 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 350 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | KLIC-7006 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $119 | $350 |