Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic TS5

Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon AW130 and Panasonic TS5, both Waterproof digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AW130 was manufactured 20 months after the TS5 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the AW130 grades versus the TS5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW130 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The entire galleries are available at Nikon AW130 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon AW130 has got outer dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Panasonic TS5 has sizing of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon AW130 and Panasonic TS5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the AW130 versus the TS5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the AW130 and TS5 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the AW130 and TS5.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files however you have to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern AW130 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.