Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic FH22

On this page, we are looking at the Nikon AW130 and Panasonic FH22, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the FH22 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The AW130 was manufactured 5 years later than the FH22 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the AW130 matches up vs the FH22 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW130 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH22. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon AW130 Gallery and Panasonic FH22 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW130 features physical measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH22 has proportions of 100mm x 57mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Nikon AW130 and Panasonic FH22 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the AW130 versus the FH22.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW130 and FH22 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the AW130 and FH22.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon AW130 to give more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent AW130 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.