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Nikon Coolpix AW120 vs Nikon Coolpix AW130
Nikon Coolpix AW120
Camera summary
The Nikon Coolpix AW120, made by Nikon, is a powerful Compact camera. Announced on Feb. 7, 2014.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
1.8 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
2.1 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
2.0 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
2.7 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Nikon Coolpix AW110, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Nikon Coolpix AW110
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Nikon Coolpix AW130, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Nikon Coolpix AW130
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 350 shots per charge with the included EN-EL12 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage. A dust proof camera that will give you peace of mind when you're working in deserts, beaches and other environments for adventure lovers. This camera will be safe from the rain and splashes.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Nikon Coolpix AW130
Camera summary
The Nikon Coolpix AW130, made by Nikon, is a powerful Compact camera. Announced on Feb. 10, 2015.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.1 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
5.0 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
2.1 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.7 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
2.9 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Nikon Coolpix AW120, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Nikon Coolpix AW120
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 370 shots per charge with the included EN-EL12 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
Although this camera may have a decent battery life, its performance is not as great as the most powerful cameras. Always make sure to carry one extra battery, just in case.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Autofocus specs |
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | Yes |
Yes |
| Af continuous | No |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | No |
Yes |
| Af multi area | No |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | No |
No |
| Af selective | No |
Yes |
| Af single | No |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | - | - |
Connectivity |
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | Built-In | Built-In |
| DXO color depth | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO dynamic range | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO low light ISO | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| DXO overall score | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Exposure mode |
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | No |
No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Feb. 7, 2014 | Feb. 10, 2015 |
| Body type | Compact | Compact |
| brand | Nikon | Nikon |
| msrp | $499.95 | $279.00 |
| model | Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
| Predecessor model | Nikon Coolpix AW110 | Nikon Coolpix AW120 |
| Successor model | Nikon Coolpix AW130 | |
Lense |
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
| Focal length multiplier | - | - |
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Manual focus | No |
No |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Number of lenses | - | - |
Other features |
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
| GPS | Built-in | Built-in |
| Self-timer | n/a | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
| AE bracketing | No |
No |
| Aperture priority | No |
No |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | No |
No |
| External flash | No |
No |
| Flash modes | n/a | n/a |
| Flash range | 5.20 m | 5.20 m (at Auto ISO) |
| Image stabilization | Yes |
Yes |
| Manual exposure mode | No |
No |
| Max continuous shooting | 7.0 fps | 7.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 | 4 |
| Shutter priority | No |
No |
| WB bracketing | No |
Yes |
Physical |
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
| Battery life | 350 shots | 370 shots |
| Battery model | EN-EL12 | EN-EL12 |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | Yes |
No |
| Environmental sealing | Yes |
Yes |
| Freeze proof | Yes |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 66 x 26mm | 110 x 66 x 27mm |
| Shock proof | Yes |
No |
| Water proof | Yes |
No |
| Weight | 213 grs | 221 grs |
Screen |
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | 921 | 921 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | - |
| Max image resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 125 |
| RAW support | No |
No |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55 mm | 6.17 x 4.55 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 16 | 16 |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3-inch | 1/2.3' |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Headphone port |
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Microphone port | No |
No |
| Video formats | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60i ,50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Viewfinder |
Nikon Coolpix AW120 | Nikon Coolpix AW130 |
| viewfinder | - | - |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | no electronic viewfinder |