Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic G6
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Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic G6 Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched February 2015
- Replaced the Nikon AW120
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- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 390g - 122 x 85 x 71mm
- Released April 2013
- Superseded the Panasonic G5
- Replacement is Panasonic G7
Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic G6 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Nikon AW130 versus Panasonic G6, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the G6 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the AW130 (1/2.3") and G6 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor size.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe AW130 was introduced 22 months later than the G6 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon AW130 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the AW130 scores against the G6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic G6 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW130 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon AW130 Gallery & Panasonic G6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Panasonic G6
AW130 | G6 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | April 2013 | More recent by 22 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G6 over the Nikon AW130
G6 | AW130 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1036k | 921k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon AW130 and Panasonic G6
AW130 | G6 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic G6 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon AW130 provides outer 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 G6 has dimensions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon AW130 versus Panasonic G6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the AW130 versus the G6.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW130 and G6 is 91 and 74 respectively.
Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic G6 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the AW130 and G6.
Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The AW130 provides the tinier sensor which will make obtaining bokeh harder. The fresher AW130 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic G6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic G6 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 |
Type | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2015-02-10 | 2013-04-24 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 160 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dot | 1,036 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 10.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i ,50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 221 grams (0.49 pounds) | 390 grams (0.86 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 122 x 85 x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 61 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photos | 340 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $398 | $750 |