Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic FH7

Its time to look closer at the Nikon AW120 and Panasonic FH7, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the FH7 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was introduced 2 years after the FH7 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the AW120 scores versus the FH7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW120 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon AW120 Gallery & Panasonic FH7 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon AW120 offers physical measurements 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 Panasonic FH7 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the AW120 vs the FH7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW120 and FH7 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The image here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the AW120 and FH7.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures but you would want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The newer AW120 provides a benefit in sensor tech.