Nikon AW120 vs Samsung ST150F
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Nikon AW120 vs Samsung ST150F 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
- Introduced February 2014
- Earlier Model is Nikon AW110
- Newer Model is Nikon AW130
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Released January 2013

Nikon AW120 vs Samsung ST150F Overview
Below is a in depth assessment of the Nikon AW120 and Samsung ST150F, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The AW120 was released 14 months later than the ST150F which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the AW120 scores against the ST150F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon AW120 vs Samsung ST150F Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW120 & Samsung ST150F. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon AW120 Gallery & Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the Samsung ST150F
AW120 | ST150F | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | More recent by 14 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Nikon AW120
ST150F | AW120 |
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Common features in the Nikon AW120 and Samsung ST150F
AW120 | ST150F | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Nikon AW120 vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon AW120 features outer measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Samsung ST150F has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Check out the Nikon AW120 and Samsung ST150F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the AW120 vs the ST150F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the AW120 and ST150F is 92 and 96 respectively.

Nikon AW120 vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The photograph here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the AW120 and ST150F.
All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures though you have to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher AW120 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon AW120 vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon AW120 vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Samsung ST150F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Samsung ST150F |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2014-02-07 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | OLED monitor | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 213 grams (0.47 lbs) | 114 grams (0.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 66 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $350 | $300 |