Nikon AW130 vs Nikon L26
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![Nikon Coolpix AW130 front Nikon Coolpix AW130 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-AW130/Nikon-AW130-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix L26 front Nikon Coolpix L26 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L26/Nikon-L26-front.jpg)
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Nikon AW130 vs Nikon L26 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Revealed February 2015
- Older Model is Nikon AW120
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced February 2012
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Nikon AW130 vs Nikon L26 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Nikon AW130 and Nikon L26, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Nikon. The image resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the L26 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The AW130 was revealed 3 years after the L26 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the AW130 grades versus the L26 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon AW130 vs Nikon L26 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW130 and Nikon Coolpix L26. The full galleries are available at Nikon AW130 Gallery and Nikon L26 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Nikon L26
AW130 | L26 | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 37 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Nikon AW130
L26 | AW130 |
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Common features in the Nikon AW130 and Nikon L26
AW130 | L26 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Nikon AW130 vs Nikon L26 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Nikon AW130 provides outside measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Nikon L26 has specifications of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
See the Nikon AW130 and Nikon L26 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the AW130 against the L26.
![Nikon AW130 vs Nikon L26 size comparison Nikon AW130 vs Nikon L26 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-AW130-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L26-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the AW130 and L26 is 91 and 93 respectively.
![Nikon AW130 vs Nikon L26 top view buttons comparison Nikon AW130 vs Nikon L26 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-AW130-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L26-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon AW130 vs Nikon L26 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The image underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the AW130 and L26.
All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images although you may want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The newer AW130 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
![Nikon AW130 vs Nikon L26 sensor size comparison Nikon AW130 vs Nikon L26 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-AW130-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L26-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon AW130 vs Nikon L26 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon AW130 vs Nikon L26 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon AW130 vs Nikon L26 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-AW130-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L26-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Nikon AW130 vs Nikon L26 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Nikon Coolpix L26 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Nikon Coolpix L26 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2015-02-10 | 2012-02-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i ,50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 221 grams (0.49 lb) | 164 grams (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | 370 images | 200 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $398 | $70 |