Nikon AW120 vs Olympus TG-6
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![Nikon Coolpix AW120 front Nikon Coolpix AW120 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-AW120/Nikon-AW120-front.jpg)
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Nikon AW120 vs Olympus TG-6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 213g - 110 x 66 x 26mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Older Model is Nikon AW110
- Newer Model is Nikon AW130
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 253g - 113 x 66 x 32mm
- Revealed May 2019
- Earlier Model is Olympus TG-5
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Nikon AW120 vs Olympus TG-6 Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Nikon AW120 vs Olympus TG-6, both Waterproof digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the AW120 (16MP) and TG-6 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The AW120 was released 6 years before the TG-6 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the AW120 matches up vs the TG-6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon AW120 vs Olympus TG-6 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix AW120 and Olympus Tough TG-6. The complete galleries are available at Nikon AW120 Gallery and Olympus TG-6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the Olympus TG-6
AW120 | TG-6 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-6 over the Nikon AW120
TG-6 | AW120 | |||
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Revealed | May 2019 | ![]() | February 2014 | More recent by 64 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer display (+119k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon AW120 and Olympus TG-6
AW120 | TG-6 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon AW120 vs Olympus TG-6 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon AW120 enjoys outside dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Olympus TG-6 has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the AW120 against the TG-6.
![Nikon AW120 vs Olympus TG-6 size comparison Nikon AW120 vs Olympus TG-6 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-AW120-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-6-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the AW120 and TG-6 is 92 and 90 respectively.
![Nikon AW120 vs Olympus TG-6 top view buttons comparison Nikon AW120 vs Olympus TG-6 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-AW120-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-6-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon AW120 vs Olympus TG-6 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the AW120 and TG-6.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon AW120 to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older AW120 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
![Nikon AW120 vs Olympus TG-6 sensor size comparison Nikon AW120 vs Olympus TG-6 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-AW120-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-6-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon AW120 vs Olympus TG-6 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon AW120 vs Olympus TG-6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon AW120 vs Olympus TG-6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-AW120-vs-Olympus-Tough-TG-6-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Nikon AW120 vs Olympus TG-6 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Olympus Tough TG-6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Olympus Tough TG-6 |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2014-02-07 | 2019-05-22 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | OLED monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | 20.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | - |
Flash options | - | Auto, Red Eye Reduction, Slow sync. (1st curtain), Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Fill- in, Manual, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PC |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Built-in |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 213 gr (0.47 lb) | 253 gr (0.56 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 66 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 113 x 66 x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 340 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | LI-92B |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I support) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $350 | $449 |