Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic LX7
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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)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX7/Panasonic-LX7-front.jpg)
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Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic LX7 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
- Announced February 2014
- Superseded the Nikon AW110
- Newer Model is Nikon AW130
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-90mm (F1.4-2.3) lens
- 298g - 111 x 68 x 46mm
- Announced October 2012
- Previous Model is Panasonic LX5
- Updated by Panasonic LX10
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Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic LX7 Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Nikon AW120 versus Panasonic LX7, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the AW120 (16MP) and LX7 (10MP) and the AW120 (1/2.3") and LX7 (1/1.7") come with totally different sensor sizes.
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The AW120 was unveiled 16 months after the LX7 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the AW120 scores against the LX7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic LX7 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW120 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The full galleries are provided at Nikon AW120 Gallery and Panasonic LX7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the Panasonic LX7
AW120 | LX7 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | October 2012 | Newer by 16 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic LX7 over the Nikon AW120
LX7 | AW120 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Nikon AW120 and Panasonic LX7
AW120 | LX7 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic LX7 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon AW120 features exterior dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic LX7 has measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).
Check the Nikon AW120 versus Panasonic LX7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the AW120 vs the LX7.
![Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic LX7 size comparison Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic LX7 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-AW120-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX7-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the AW120 and LX7 is 92 and 86 respectively.
![Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic LX7 top view buttons comparison Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic LX7 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-AW120-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX7-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic LX7 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The picture here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW120 and LX7.
All in all, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The AW120 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Nikon AW120 will result in more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer AW120 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
![Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic LX7 sensor size comparison Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic LX7 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-AW120-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX7-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic LX7 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic LX7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic LX7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-AW120-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-LX7-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic LX7 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2014-02-07 | 2012-10-15 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-90mm (3.8x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/1.4-2.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | OLED monitor | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 8.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 pounds) | 298 grams (0.66 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 66 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 111 x 68 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 147 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 330 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $350 | $400 |