Nikon AW120 vs Olympus SH-1

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Nikon AW120 and Olympus SH-1, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the SH-1 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was manufactured within a month of the SH-1 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the AW120 matches up versus the SH-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW120 and Olympus Stylus SH-1. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon AW120 Gallery and Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon AW120 provides physical measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Olympus SH-1 has measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check the Nikon AW120 and Olympus SH-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the AW120 and the SH-1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW120 and SH-1 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specs. The picture underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the AW120 and SH-1.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of files however you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration.