Nikon AW120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Nikon AW120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 213g - 110 x 66 x 26mm
- Launched February 2014
- Superseded the Nikon AW110
- Refreshed by Nikon AW130
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched August 2012
Nikon AW120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Let's look more closely at the Nikon AW120 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe AW120 was unveiled 18 months after the Galaxy Camera 3G which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the AW120 grades against the Galaxy Camera 3G with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon AW120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW120 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The full galleries are available at Nikon AW120 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
AW120 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | August 2012 | More modern by 18 months | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 0k | Crisper screen (+921k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Nikon AW120
Galaxy Camera 3G | AW120 | |||
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Screen dimension | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon AW120 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
AW120 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon AW120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW120 offers 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
See the Nikon AW120 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the AW120 vs the Galaxy Camera 3G.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the AW120 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 92 and 90 respectively.
Nikon AW120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the AW120 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of files although you might want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more modern AW120 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon AW120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-02-07 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | OLED monitor | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 213g (0.47 lb) | 305g (0.67 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 66 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $350 | $606 |