Nikon AW130 vs Samsung DV300F
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Nikon AW130 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Previous Model is Nikon AW120
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2012
Nikon AW130 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Nikon AW130 and Samsung DV300F, former is a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe AW130 was brought out 3 years after the DV300F which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the AW130 scores against the DV300F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon AW130 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix AW130 & Samsung DV300F. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon AW130 Gallery & Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Samsung DV300F
AW130 | DV300F | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | January 2012 | Newer by 38 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Nikon AW130
DV300F | AW130 |
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Common features in the Nikon AW130 and Samsung DV300F
AW130 | DV300F | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Nikon AW130 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon AW130 comes with 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 Samsung DV300F has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Nikon AW130 and Samsung DV300F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the AW130 versus the DV300F.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the AW130 and DV300F is 91 and 96 respectively.
Nikon AW130 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The image below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the AW130 and DV300F.
Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you really should consider the age of the cameras into account. The younger AW130 should have an edge in sensor technology.
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Nikon AW130 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Samsung DV300F |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2015-02-10 | 2012-01-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 16 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.10 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 221g (0.49 lbs) | 133g (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $398 | $200 |