Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic FS25
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Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic FS25 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
- Released February 2014
- Superseded the Nikon AW110
- Updated by Nikon AW130
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Released January 2009

Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic FS25 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic FS25, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the AW120 (16MP) and FS25 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The AW120 was launched 5 years later than the FS25 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the AW120 grades vs the FS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic FS25 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW120 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon AW120 Gallery & Panasonic FS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the Panasonic FS25
AW120 | FS25 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 62 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Nikon AW120
FS25 | AW120 |
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Common features in the Nikon AW120 and Panasonic FS25
AW120 | FS25 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic FS25 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon AW120 features exterior dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic FS25 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check out the Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic FS25 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the AW120 and the FS25.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW120 and FS25 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic FS25 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW120 and FS25.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon AW120 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer AW120 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

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Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic FS25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2014-02-07 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | OLED monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 213 grams (0.47 lbs) | 148 grams (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 66 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $350 | $230 |