Nikon AW130 vs Samsung HZ10W
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Nikon AW130 vs Samsung HZ10W 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
- Introduced February 2015
- Previous Model is Nikon AW120
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Introduced May 2009
- Alternative Name is WB500

Nikon AW130 vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
The following is a thorough review of the Nikon AW130 and Samsung HZ10W, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the AW130 (16MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The AW130 was announced 5 years after the HZ10W which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the AW130 grades against the HZ10W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon AW130 vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW130 and Samsung HZ10W. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon AW130 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the Samsung HZ10W
AW130 | HZ10W | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | May 2009 | Newer by 70 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Nikon AW130
HZ10W | AW130 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon AW130 and Samsung HZ10W
AW130 | HZ10W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Nikon AW130 vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon AW130 enjoys exterior measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ10W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Compare the Nikon AW130 and Samsung HZ10W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the AW130 versus the HZ10W.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the AW130 and HZ10W is 91 and 90 respectively.

Nikon AW130 vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The pic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the AW130 and HZ10W.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon AW130 to result in extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher AW130 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon AW130 vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon AW130 vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix AW130 | Samsung HZ10W |
Also Known as | - | WB500 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2015-02-10 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2432 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-4.9 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | - | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 221 gr (0.49 lbs) | 249 gr (0.55 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
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 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $398 | $300 |