Nikon AW120 vs Olympus SH-50

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon AW120 vs Olympus SH-50, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the SH-50 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was launched 14 months after the SH-50 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the AW120 scores versus the SH-50 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW120 & Olympus SH-50. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon AW120 Gallery & Olympus SH-50 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon AW120 enjoys external measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Olympus SH-50 has sizing of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the AW120 versus the SH-50.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AW120 and SH-50 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the AW120 and SH-50.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files though you might want to take the age of the cameras into account. The fresher AW120 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.