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Nikon AW120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
45
Overall
42
Nikon Coolpix AW120 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
44
Overall
41

Nikon AW120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs

Nikon AW120
(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  • Superseded the Nikon AW110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
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
(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
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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").

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

 AW120 Galaxy Camera 3G 
LaunchedFebruary 2014August 2012More modern by 18 months
Screen resolution921k0kCrisper screen (+921k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Nikon AW120

 Galaxy Camera 3G AW120 
Screen dimension4.8"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 
Manual focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed 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).

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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.

Nikon AW120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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.

Nikon AW120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G sensor size comparison

Nikon AW120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon AW120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon AW120 Portrait photography factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Portrait photography factors
35
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
features face detect focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
30
decent MP (16MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon AW120 as a Street photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G as a Street photography camera
62
image stabilization (Optical)
environment sealing
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (305 grams)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon AW120 Sports photography information
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sports photography information
51
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
features tracking focus
environment sealing
better than average battery life (350 per charge)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
45
excellent zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon AW120 Travel photography details
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Travel photography details
69
better than average battery life (350 shots)
environment sealing
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (24mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
72
lighter than competition (305 grams)
decent MP (16MP)
really wide (23mm)
very long zoom (481mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse recording
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon AW120 Landscape photography details
Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Landscape photography details
48
reasonably wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
environment sealing
better than average battery life (350 shots)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
no manual control
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
47
really wide (23mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
screen larger than average (4.8 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
no manual control
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon AW120
Vlogging with Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
33
reasonably wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have mic jack
37
really wide (23mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (305 grams)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
lack of external microphone socket
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Nikon AW120 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon AW120 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
 Nikon Coolpix AW120Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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