Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic FX78

Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic FX78, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the AW120 (16MP) and FX78 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was revealed 3 years after the FX78 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the AW120 scores versus the FX78 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW120 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The full galleries are available at Nikon AW120 Gallery & Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon AW120 features outer measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX78 has measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the AW120 and the FX78.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AW120 and FX78 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking specs. The pic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the AW120 and FX78.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon AW120 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher AW120 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.