Nikon AW120 vs Samsung WB210

Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon AW120 vs Samsung WB210, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was launched 2 years after the WB210 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the AW120 grades versus the WB210 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW120 and Samsung WB210. The complete galleries are available at Nikon AW120 Gallery and Samsung WB210 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. 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) while the Samsung WB210 has measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).

Look at the Nikon AW120 vs Samsung WB210 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the AW120 against the WB210.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the AW120 and WB210 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the AW120 and WB210.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon AW120 to render more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent AW120 will have an edge in sensor technology.