Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic TS2
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Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic TS2 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
- Revealed February 2014
- Superseded the Nikon AW110
- Renewed by Nikon AW130
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Released January 2010
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT2
- Replaced the Panasonic TS1
- Renewed by Panasonic TS3
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Lets look much closer at the Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic TS2, both Waterproof cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe AW120 was launched 4 years after the TS2 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the AW120 matches up versus the TS2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the Panasonic TS2
| AW120 | TS2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2014 |  | January 2010 | Newer by 50 months |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Nikon AW120
| TS2 | AW120 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon AW120 and Panasonic TS2
| AW120 | TS2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon AW120 has outer measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS2 has sizing of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic TS2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the AW120 compared to the TS2.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the AW120 and TS2 is 92 and 93 respectively.
Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the AW120 and TS2.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon AW120 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent AW120 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon AW120 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
| Also called | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
| Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
| Revealed | 2014-02-07 | 2010-01-26 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 11 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Display resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | OLED monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.20 m | 5.10 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 213 grams (0.47 lbs) | 188 grams (0.41 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 110 x 66 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 shots | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
| Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $350 | $350 |