Nikon AW130 vs Samsung HZ30W

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon AW130 versus Samsung HZ30W, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the AW130 (16MP) and HZ30W (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW130 was revealed 5 years after the HZ30W which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the AW130 grades versus the HZ30W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW130 and Samsung HZ30W. The full galleries are available at Nikon AW130 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon AW130 offers outside dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Samsung HZ30W has specifications of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the AW130 and the HZ30W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW130 and HZ30W is 91 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The image underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW130 and HZ30W.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon AW130 to give extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent AW130 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.