Reviewers Liked
- Sharp 5x zoom lens
- 24mm wide angle
- 3-inch OLED display
- Waterproof to 59 feet
- Integrated Wi-Fi and GPS
Reviewers Didn't Like
- Images are on the noisy side
- No external charger included
Nikon Coolpix AW120
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By Good Gear Guide
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As far as "toughness" goes, the Nikon Coolpix AW120 has all the advantages of its predecessor: it's waterproof up to 18 m, shock-resistant up to 2 m and cold-resistant down to -10°C, plus it has Wi-Fi and GLONASS-compatible GPS. It also has the most...
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By Digital Trends
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By ePHOTOzine
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The Nikon Coolpix AW120 offers a very good depth rating of 18m, and is shockproof to 2m. The lens is a 5x optical zoom with a 24mm equivalent wide-angle, zooming to 120mm. Vibration reduction helps keep shots sharp, and the screen has been improved with...
By Digital Photography Review
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By The Imaging Resource
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A selection of 19 user-friendly Scene modes are provided, including a Scene Auto Selector function that takes the guesswork out of deciding which scene type is appropriate. Matrix metering is used for most exposures, although if you use up to 2x digital...
By techmagnifier.com
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Nikon Coolpix AW120 is one sturdy camera that has good picture quality. You can use it for sea diving, mount it on your head while paragliding or take it with you on an ice expedition. With a built in GPS, digital compass and maps, it can help you...
By nothingwired.com
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The Nikon AW120 has a very rugged body, very well built. The camera can be used under water for a considerable amount of time and is shockproof. We also liked the compactness and durability of this device. The image quality is however what you can get...
By Les Numériques
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By Das Digitalkamera-Magazin
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