Nikon AW120 vs Sony WX350
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Nikon AW120 vs Sony WX350 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
- Launched February 2014
- Earlier Model is Nikon AW110
- New Model is Nikon AW130
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 55 x 26mm
- Announced February 2014
- Earlier Model is Sony WX300
- New Model is Sony WX500

Nikon AW120 vs Sony WX350 Overview
Below is a extended analysis of the Nikon AW120 versus Sony WX350, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the AW120 (16MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The AW120 was released within a month of the WX350 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the AW120 matches up against the WX350 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon AW120 vs Sony WX350 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW120 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon AW120 Gallery and Sony WX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW120 over the Sony WX350
AW120 | WX350 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Nikon AW120
WX350 | AW120 |
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Common features in the Nikon AW120 and Sony WX350
AW120 | WX350 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | February 2014 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Nikon AW120 vs Sony WX350 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW120 comes with outer dimensions 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 Sony WX350 has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon AW120 versus Sony WX350 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the AW120 and the WX350.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the AW120 and WX350 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Nikon AW120 vs Sony WX350 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the AW120 and WX350.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony WX350 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.

Nikon AW120 vs Sony WX350 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon AW120 vs Sony WX350 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-02-07 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | OLED monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 4.30 m |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | VCHD: 28M PS(1,920x1,080/60p) / 24M FX(1,920x1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920x1,080/60i),MP4: 12M(1,440x1,080/30fps) / 3M VGA(640x480/30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 213 gr (0.47 lb) | 164 gr (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 66 x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 photographs | 470 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $350 | $270 |