Nikon AW120 vs Pentax W90

On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon AW120 and Pentax W90, both Waterproof cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the AW120 (16MP) and W90 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was unveiled 4 years after the W90 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the AW120 matches up vs the W90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW120 and Pentax Optio W90. The full galleries are available at Nikon AW120 Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW120 comes with external dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Pentax W90 has proportions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the AW120 and the W90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the AW120 and W90 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The pic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the AW120 and W90.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon AW120 to produce extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent AW120 will have an edge in sensor tech.