Nikon AW120 vs Samsung DV300F

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon AW120 and Samsung DV300F, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was introduced 2 years later than the DV300F and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the AW120 scores vs the DV300F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix AW120 & Samsung DV300F. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon AW120 Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon AW120 has got exterior measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung DV300F has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the AW120 vs the DV300F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AW120 and DV300F is 92 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the AW120 and DV300F.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photographs but you will want to take the age of the products into consideration. The newer AW120 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.