Nikon AW120 vs Olympus 6020

Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon AW120 and Olympus 6020, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the AW120 (16MP) and 6020 (13MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was manufactured 4 years later than the 6020 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the AW120 matches up against the 6020 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW120 and Olympus Stylus Tough 6020. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon AW120 Gallery and Olympus 6020 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. 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) and the Olympus 6020 has proportions of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Nikon AW120 and Olympus 6020 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the AW120 and the 6020.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the AW120 and 6020 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by checking specs. The photograph here may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the AW120 and 6020.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon AW120 to resolve more detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger AW120 should have an advantage in sensor tech.