Nikon AW130 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Nikon AW130 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G 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
- Released February 2015
- Previous Model is Nikon AW120
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2012

Nikon AW130 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Here is a extended overview of the Nikon AW130 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The AW130 was announced 2 years later than the Galaxy Camera 4G and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the AW130 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 4G with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon AW130 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW130 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon AW130 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
AW130 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | August 2012 | Fresher by 30 months |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+921k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Nikon AW130
Galaxy Camera 4G | AW130 | |||
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Display dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon AW130 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
AW130 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Nikon AW130 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW130 provides exterior measurements 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Examine the Nikon AW130 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the AW130 versus the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the AW130 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 91 and 90 respectively.

Nikon AW130 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the AW130 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images but you will want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The newer AW130 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon AW130 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon AW130 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2015-02-10 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 4.8" |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | - |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | - | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 221 grams (0.49 lb) | 305 grams (0.67 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" 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 | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $398 | $550 |