Nikon AW130 vs Samsung EX2F

Below, we are matching up the Nikon AW130 vs Samsung EX2F, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the AW130 (16MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the AW130 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The AW130 was launched 2 years after the EX2F which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the AW130 grades vs the EX2F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix AW130 and Samsung EX2F. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon AW130 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon AW130 provides physical dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon AW130 vs Samsung EX2F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the AW130 versus the EX2F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AW130 and EX2F is 91 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The picture below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW130 and EX2F.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The AW130 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Nikon AW130 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer AW130 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.