Nikon AW120 vs Sony H70

On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon AW120 vs Sony H70, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the H70 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AW120 was revealed 3 years later than the H70 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the AW120 scores versus the H70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW120 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The full galleries are provided at Nikon AW120 Gallery & Sony H70 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon AW120 provides outer dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony H70 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the AW120 vs the H70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW120 and H70 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the AW120 and H70.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern AW120 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.