Nikon AW130 vs Olympus SP-610UZ

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Nikon AW130 versus Olympus SP-610UZ, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the SP-610UZ (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AW130 was brought out 4 years later than the SP-610UZ and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the AW130 grades vs the SP-610UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW130 and Olympus SP-610UZ. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon AW130 Gallery and Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon AW130 comes with outer dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Olympus SP-610UZ has measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the AW130 against the SP-610UZ.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AW130 and SP-610UZ is 91 and 79 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW130 and SP-610UZ.

As you can see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon AW130 to give you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent AW130 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.