Kodak Sport vs Nikon AW130

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Kodak Sport and Nikon AW130, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the Sport (12MP) and AW130 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Sport was revealed 5 years prior to the AW130 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Sport scores against the AW130 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Sport and Nikon Coolpix AW130. The full galleries are provided at Kodak Sport Gallery and Nikon AW130 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Kodak Sport provides exterior measurements of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 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).

Take a look at the Kodak Sport and Nikon AW130 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Sport against the AW130.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Sport and AW130 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Sport and AW130.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon AW130 to resolve more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged Sport is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.