Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh PX
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Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh PX 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
- Launched February 2015
- Older Model is Nikon AW120
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
- 156g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Introduced August 2011

Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh PX Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh PX, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the PX (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The AW130 was revealed 3 years after the PX which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the AW130 grades versus the PX with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh PX Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW130 & Ricoh PX. The full galleries are provided at Nikon AW130 Gallery & Ricoh PX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Ricoh PX
AW130 | PX | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 43 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh PX over the Nikon AW130
PX | AW130 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Nikon AW130 and Ricoh PX
AW130 | PX | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh PX Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon AW130 provides 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) whilst the Ricoh PX has measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh PX in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the AW130 versus the PX.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AW130 and PX is 91 and 95 respectively.

Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh PX Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The picture here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW130 and PX.
As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of photos although you have to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger AW130 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh PX Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon AW130 vs Ricoh PX Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Ricoh PX | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Ricoh PX |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2015-02-10 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3072 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.9-5.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i ,50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 lb) | 156 grams (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
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 | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $398 | $329 |