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 AW130 and Canon G5 X side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon AW130 has external dimensions of 110 x 66 x 27 mm (4.33 x 2.6 x 1.06″) and weighs 221 g (0.49 lb / 7.80 oz) (including batteries). Canon G5 X has external dimensions of 112 x 76 x 44 mm (4.41 x 2.99 x 1.73″) and weighs 353 g (0.78 lb / 12.45 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon AW130 and the Canon G5 X. Nikon AW130 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 2mm narrower, 10mm shorter and 17mm thinner than Canon G5 X.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Nikon AW130 and Canon G5 X.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon AW130 and Canon G5 X.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon AW130 is significantly lighter (132g ) than the Canon G5 X which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
With its weather-sealed body, we believe that the AW130 has a big advantage over the G5 X which doesn't provide any kind of environmental sealing.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon AW130 and Canon G5 X's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Canon G5 X sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Nikon AW130's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to G5 X.