Nikon AW120 vs Samsung TL220
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Nikon AW120 vs Samsung TL220 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
- Revealed February 2014
- Earlier Model is Nikon AW110
- Later Model is Nikon AW130
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Launched August 2009
- Alternate Name is ST500

Nikon AW120 vs Samsung TL220 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon AW120 versus Samsung TL220, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the AW120 (16MP) and TL220 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The AW120 was introduced 4 years later than the TL220 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the AW120 scores vs the TL220 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon AW120 vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW120 and Samsung TL220. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon AW120 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the Samsung TL220
AW120 | TL220 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 55 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Nikon AW120
TL220 | AW120 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon AW120 and Samsung TL220
AW120 | TL220 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon AW120 vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon AW120 features outer dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Samsung TL220 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon AW120 versus Samsung TL220 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the AW120 against the TL220.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the AW120 and TL220 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Nikon AW120 vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The photograph below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the AW120 and TL220.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon AW120 to show more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more modern AW120 should have a benefit in sensor tech.

Nikon AW120 vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon AW120 vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Samsung TL220 |
Also Known as | - | ST500 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-02-07 | 2009-08-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | OLED monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 213 grams (0.47 lbs) | 169 grams (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 66 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | SLB-07A |
Self timer | - | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $350 | $90 |