Nikon AW120 vs Olympus 550WP

Here is a extended analysis of the Nikon AW120 and Olympus 550WP, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the AW120 (16MP) and 550WP (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was announced 5 years later than the 550WP and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the AW120 scores against the 550WP when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW120 & Olympus Stylus 550WP. The whole galleries are available at Nikon AW120 Gallery & Olympus 550WP Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW120 enjoys outer dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Olympus 550WP has proportions of 94mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the AW120 against the 550WP.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the AW120 and 550WP is 92 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The photograph below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the AW120 and 550WP.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon AW120 to render more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern AW120 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.