Nikon AW130 vs Sony WX10

Below, we are evaluating the Nikon AW130 versus Sony WX10, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the AW130 (16MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AW130 was launched 4 years later than the WX10 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each 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 matches up vs the WX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW130 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon AW130 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon AW130 features 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 Sony WX10 has measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the AW130 and the WX10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW130 and WX10 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the AW130 and WX10.

As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you really should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent AW130 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.