Nikon AW130 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Nikon AW130 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 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
- Announced February 2015
- Replaced the Nikon AW120
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Released January 2014
Nikon AW130 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Nikon AW130 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is very comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe AW130 was released 14 months later than the Galaxy Camera 2 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the AW130 scores against the Galaxy Camera 2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon AW130 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix AW130 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon AW130 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
AW130 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | January 2014 | Fresher by 14 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Nikon AW130
Galaxy Camera 2 | AW130 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display dimension | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Display resolution | 1037k | 921k | Sharper display (+116k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon AW130 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
AW130 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon AW130 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon AW130 has outside 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 Galaxy Camera 2 has dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Check out the Nikon AW130 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the AW130 vs the Galaxy Camera 2.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the AW130 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 91 and 90 respectively.
Nikon AW130 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the AW130 and Galaxy Camera 2.
As you can tell, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images though you may want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher AW130 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon AW130 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-02-10 | 2014-01-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 4.8" |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 1,037 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i ,50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 221 gr (0.49 pounds) | 283 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 400 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $398 | $400 |