Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic FH3
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Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic FH3 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
- Released February 2015
- Earlier Model is Nikon AW120
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FS11

Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic FH3 Overview
Here is a thorough comparison of the Nikon AW130 and Panasonic FH3, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The AW130 was manufactured 5 years later than the FH3 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the AW130 grades versus the FH3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic FH3 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW130 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon AW130 Gallery & Panasonic FH3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Panasonic FH3
AW130 | FH3 | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 63 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Nikon AW130
FH3 | AW130 |
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Common features in the Nikon AW130 and Panasonic FH3
AW130 | FH3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic FH3 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon AW130 provides external 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) whilst the Panasonic FH3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon AW130 and Panasonic FH3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the AW130 vs the FH3.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the AW130 and FH3 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic FH3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the AW130 and FH3.
To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon AW130 to show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern AW130 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic FH3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FS11 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2015-02-10 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 6.80 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 221 grams (0.49 lbs) | 165 grams (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $398 | $160 |