Nikon AW130 vs Nikon S9300

The following is a complete assessment of the Nikon AW130 and Nikon S9300, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the S9300 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The AW130 was announced 2 years after the S9300 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the AW130 scores vs the S9300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW130 and Nikon Coolpix S9300. The whole galleries are available at Nikon AW130 Gallery and Nikon S9300 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon AW130 offers outer measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Nikon S9300 has sizing of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

See the Nikon AW130 and Nikon S9300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the AW130 and the S9300.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the AW130 and S9300 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The image below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the AW130 and S9300.

As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures but you really should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher AW130 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.