Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Nikon AW120 and Samsung Galaxy Camera side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon AW120 has external dimensions of 110 x 66 x 26 mm (4.33 x 2.6 x 1.02″) and weighs 213 g (0.47 lb / 7.51 oz) (including batteries). Samsung Galaxy Camera has external dimensions of 129 x 71 x 19 mm (5.08 x 2.8 x 0.75″) and weighs 300 g (0.66 lb / 10.58 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon AW120 and the Samsung Galaxy Camera. Nikon AW120 is 19mm narrower and 5mm shorter than Samsung Galaxy Camera but it is also 7mm thicker.
Comparison image of the Nikon AW120 and the Samsung Galaxy Camera Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon AW120 and Samsung Galaxy Camera.
Comparison image of the Nikon AW120 and the Samsung Galaxy Camera Size and Weight - Back View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon AW120 and Samsung Galaxy Camera.
Top View Comparison image of the Nikon AW120 and the Samsung Galaxy Camera Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon AW120 is significantly lighter (87g ) than the Samsung Galaxy Camera which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the AW120, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the Galaxy Camera.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Samsung Galaxy Camera's 4.80" LCD screen is slightly larger than Nikon AW120's 3 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.