Nikon AW130 vs Nikon L120

Here, we will be matching up the Nikon AW130 and Nikon L120, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the L120 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AW130 was brought out 4 years after the L120 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the AW130 scores against the L120 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW130 & Nikon Coolpix L120. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon AW130 Gallery & Nikon L120 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon AW130 has got exterior measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Nikon L120 has dimensions of 110mm x 77mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 431 grams (0.95 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the AW130 and the L120.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW130 and L120 is 91 and 75 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the AW130 and L120.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Nikon AW130 to render greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern AW130 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.