Kodak M550 vs Nikon AW130
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Kodak M550 vs Nikon AW130 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
- Introduced 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
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Announced February 2015
- Old Model is Nikon AW120

Kodak M550 vs Nikon AW130 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Kodak M550 versus Nikon AW130, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Kodak and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the M550 (12MP) and AW130 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The M550 was brought out 6 years earlier than the AW130 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the M550 matches up versus the AW130 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak M550 vs Nikon AW130 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M550 and Nikon Coolpix AW130. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak M550 Gallery and Nikon AW130 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M550 over the Nikon AW130
M550 | AW130 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Kodak M550
AW130 | M550 | |||
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Announced | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 62 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak M550 and Nikon AW130
M550 | AW130 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M550 vs Nikon AW130 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Kodak M550 enjoys outer dimensions 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 AW130 has proportions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak M550 versus Nikon AW130 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the M550 vs the AW130.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M550 and AW130 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Kodak M550 vs Nikon AW130 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The image underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M550 and AW130.
All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon AW130 to offer you greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged M550 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

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Kodak M550 vs Nikon AW130 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M550 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Nikon |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M550 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2010-01-05 | 2015-02-10 |
Physical type | 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 | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i ,50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) | 221 gr (0.49 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 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 | - | 370 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | KLIC-7006 | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, double) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $119 | $398 |