Nikon Coolpix AW120

Nikon Coolpix AW120 was announced in 2014 and is a 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm) Standard Compact camera with 16.0 Megapixel CMOS sensor. Its native ISO ranges from 125 to 6,400. The camera has a Fixed 3.0" screen with 921k dot resolution. It has an image stabilization.

Nikon Coolpix AW120 can capture video up to 1920 x 1080 resolution.

Here is the Nikon Coolpix AWxxx series lineup, where you can view and compare the main specifications of the cameras within the same series.

Nikon Coolpix AWxxx series lineup

	Model	Date	Sensor	Native ISO	Screen	Price
	Nikon AW130 Compare	February 2015	16.0 MP 1/2.3-inch	125 - 6,400	Fixed 3.0" 921k dot	amazon B&H
	Nikon AW120	February 2014	16.0 MP 1/2.3-inch	125 - 6,400	Fixed 3.0" 921k dot	amazon B&H
	Nikon AW110 Compare	July 2013	16 MP 1/2.3-inch	125 - 1,600	Fixed 3.0" 614k dot	amazon B&H
	Nikon AW100 Compare	August 2011	16 MP 1/2.3-inch	125 - 3,200	Fixed 3.0" 460k dot	amazon B&H

You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Nikon Coolpix AW130 vs Coolpix AW120 vs Coolpix AW110 vs Coolpix AW100.

In this section we present pros and cons of Nikon Coolpix AW120.

Here we are comparing Nikon Coolpix AW120 to its predecessor Coolpix AW110 and displaying the major changes.

For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Nikon Coolpix AW120 vs Coolpix AW110.

In 2015 Nikon Coolpix AW120 was replaced by Nikon Coolpix AW130. Let us now have a look at some important differences between Nikon Coolpix AW120 and its successor.

For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Nikon Coolpix AW120 vs Coolpix AW130.

Fixed screen

Nikon Coolpix AW120 has a 3.0" Fixed screen with 921k dot resolution.

Nikon Coolpix AW120 features a 16.0 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 125 - 6,400.

Camera can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution.

Image Stabilization

The camera has an image stabilization.

Built-in GPS

Nikon Coolpix AW120 has a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) technology which allows you to automatically tag the location where you took your photos. You can later categorize, organize, and search for photos based on location. This is very useful for travel and outdoor photographers for documenting the locations where images were captured.
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Built-in Wi-Fi

Camera has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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USB Input

Nikon Coolpix AW120 has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer.

Battery

Nikon Coolpix AW120 comes with EN-EL12 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots.

Internal Storage and External Storage Slots

The camera has 329 MB internal storage and a single SD /SDHC/SDXC card slot.

Shutter

Nikon Coolpix AW120's shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec. Camera can shoot continuously up to 6.9 fps.

Flash

Nikon Coolpix AW120 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 5.20 m.

Nikon Coolpix AW120 has dimensions of 110 x 66 x 26 mm (4.33 x 2.6 x 1.02"). It weighs 213 g (0.47 lb / 7.51 oz), so it is a lightweight camera.

110 mm (4.33")

66 mm (2.6")

66 mm (2.6")