Nikon AW120 vs Olympus VR-340

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Nikon AW120 and Olympus VR-340, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the VR-340 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was revealed 2 years after the VR-340 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the AW120 scores versus the VR-340 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW120 & Olympus VR-340. The full galleries are provided at Nikon AW120 Gallery & Olympus VR-340 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon AW120 has outside dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Olympus VR-340 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

See the Nikon AW120 and Olympus VR-340 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the AW120 vs the VR-340.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the AW120 and VR-340 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specifications. The pic below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the AW120 and VR-340.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of photographs although you would want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer AW120 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.