Nikon AW130 vs Nikon D810A

Below is a extensive overview of the Nikon AW130 versus Nikon D810A, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both are offered by Nikon. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the AW130 (16MP) and D810A (36MP) and the AW130 (1/2.3") and D810A (Full frame) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The AW130 was revealed around the same time to the D810A and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon AW130 being a Compact camera and the Nikon D810A being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the AW130 matches up against the D810A in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW130 and Nikon D810A. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon AW130 Gallery and Nikon D810A Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon AW130 enjoys physical measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Nikon D810A has sizing of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 880 grams (1.94 lbs).

Examine the Nikon AW130 versus Nikon D810A in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the AW130 versus the D810A.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AW130 and D810A is 91 and 55 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through technical specs. The graphic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the AW130 and D810A.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The AW130 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Nikon D810A will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 20 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively.