Nikon AW120 vs Samsung WB850F

Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon AW120 and Samsung WB850F, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is relatively close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was released 2 years after the WB850F which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the AW120 grades versus the WB850F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW120 & Samsung WB850F. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon AW120 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW120 offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung WB850F has proportions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the AW120 against the WB850F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW120 and WB850F is 92 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The image below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the AW120 and WB850F.

As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files though you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer AW120 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.