Nikon AW130 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ
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Nikon AW130 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ 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
- Introduced February 2015
- Replaced the Nikon AW120
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-525mm (F3.1-5.8) lens
- 435g - 110 x 74 x 74mm
- Released January 2012
- Previous Model is Olympus SP-610UZ

Nikon AW130 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Overview
Lets look closer at the Nikon AW130 versus Olympus SP-620 UZ, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the SP-620 UZ (16MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The AW130 was manufactured 3 years after the SP-620 UZ which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the AW130 grades versus the SP-620 UZ with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon AW130 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix AW130 and Olympus SP-620 UZ. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon AW130 Gallery and Olympus SP-620 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Olympus SP-620 UZ
AW130 | SP-620 UZ | |||
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Released | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 38 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-620 UZ over the Nikon AW130
SP-620 UZ | AW130 |
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Common features in the Nikon AW130 and Olympus SP-620 UZ
AW130 | SP-620 UZ | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Nikon AW130 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon AW130 provides exterior 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 Olympus SP-620 UZ has sizing of 110mm x 74mm x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon AW130 versus Olympus SP-620 UZ in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the AW130 compared to the SP-620 UZ.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the AW130 and SP-620 UZ is 91 and 78 respectively.

Nikon AW130 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The image here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the AW130 and SP-620 UZ.
As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The newer AW130 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

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Nikon AW130 vs Olympus SP-620 UZ Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Olympus SP-620 UZ | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Olympus SP-620 UZ |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-02-10 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III+ |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-525mm (21.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.1-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i ,50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 221 grams (0.49 lbs) | 435 grams (0.96 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 110 x 74 x 74mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $398 | $199 |