Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic TS6
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Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic TS6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FT6
- Older Model is Panasonic TS5
Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic TS6 Overview
Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon AW130 and Panasonic TS6, both Waterproof digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe AW130 was unveiled 2 months later than the TS6 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the AW130 grades versus the TS6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic TS6 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW130 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The full galleries are provided at Nikon AW130 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Panasonic TS6
AW130 | TS6 | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS6 over the Nikon AW130
TS6 | AW130 |
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Common features in the Nikon AW130 and Panasonic TS6
AW130 | TS6 | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | January 2015 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic TS6 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon AW130 has exterior measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS6 has sizing of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon AW130 and Panasonic TS6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the AW130 against the TS6.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW130 and TS6 is 91 and 91 respectively.
Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic TS6 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The photograph here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the AW130 and TS6.
To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of photos although you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration.
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Nikon AW130 vs Panasonic TS6 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-FT6 |
Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
Released | 2015-02-10 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
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 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.60 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
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, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 221g (0.49 lb) | 214g (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 shots | 370 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $398 | $300 |