Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic TS30

Following is a in depth review of the Nikon AW130 versus Panasonic TS30, both Waterproof cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the TS30 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AW130 was announced 2 months after the TS30 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the AW130 scores vs the TS30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW130 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon AW130 Gallery and Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW130 has got physical dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Panasonic TS30 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon AW130 versus Panasonic TS30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the AW130 compared to the TS30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AW130 and TS30 is 91 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the AW130 and TS30.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should factor the production date of the cameras into account.