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Nikon W150 Comparison Review

The Nikon Coolpix W150 is a fixed lens compact camera that was officially introduced in April 2019 and is equipped with a 1/3.1-inch sensor. It offers a resolution of 13 megapixel.

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Is the Nikon W150 a good camera? The W150 has a Camera Elo of 1637. This rating puts the W150 below average of all travel zoom compact cameras. In terms of its sensor size category (small sensor cameras), the W150 also ranks below average. Based on its within category standings, the camera earns a 2.5-star performance rating. – Well, the Nikon W150 is more than 5 years old, and there have been many other good digital cameras released since 2019.

Headline Specifications
Nikon W150
Fixed lens compact camera
30-90mm f/3.3-5.9
13 MP, 1/3.1" Sensor
1080/30p Video
ISO 125 - 1 600
no viewfinder, LCD framing
2.7 LCD, 230k dots
Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive)
4.7 shutter flaps per second
Waterproof body (10m)
220 shots per battery charge
110 x 67 x 38 mm, 177 g

Read on to find out more about the camera's size, sensor, features, reception by expert reviewers, and how it compares to other digital cameras.

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Body comparison with a credit card

The physical dimensions of the Nikon W150 relative to a credit card are illustrated in the side-by-side display below. Three consecutive perspectives from the front, the top, and the back are presented. All size dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

Nikon W150 vs credit card front
W150 versus credit card top view
W150 and credit card rear side

The table below summarizes the key physical specs of the Nikon W150 alongside a set of similar cameras. If you want to review a particular camera pair side-by-side, just move across to the CAM-parator tool and choose from the broad selection of possible comparisons there.

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Body Specifications
    Camera
Model
Camera
Width
Camera
Height
Camera
Depth
Camera
Weight
Battery
Life
Weather
Sealing
Camera
Launch
Launch
Price
Street
Price
1.
 
Nikon W150 110 mm 67 mm 38 mm 177 g 220 Y Apr 2019 EUR 199ebay.com
2.
 
Leica Q2 130 mm 80 mm 92 mm 718 g 370 Y Mar 2019 EUR 4 799 amazon.com
3.
 
Nikon A1000 114 mm 72 mm 41 mm 330 g 250 n Jan 2019 EUR 449ebay.com
4.
 
Nikon B600 122 mm 82 mm 99 mm 500 g 280 n Jan 2019 EUR 359ebay.com
5.
 
Nikon P1000 146 mm 119 mm 181 mm 1415 g 250 n Jul 2018 EUR 1 099 amazon.com
6.
 
Nikon W300 112 mm 66 mm 29 mm 231 g 280 Y May 2017 EUR 449ebay.com
7.
 
Panasonic FT7 117 mm 76 mm 37 mm 319 g 300 Y May 2018 EUR 429ebay.com
8.
 
Ricoh WG-6 118 mm 66 mm 33 mm 246 g 340 Y Feb 2019 EUR 399 amazon.com
9.
 
Ricoh WG-60 123 mm 62 mm 30 mm 193 g 300 Y Oct 2018 EUR 249ebay.com
10.
 
Sony RX0 59 mm 41 mm 30 mm 110 g 240 Y Aug 2017 EUR 849ebay.com
11.
 
Sony RX0 II 59 mm 41 mm 35 mm 132 g 240 Y Mar 2019 EUR 799 amazon.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.

The listed prices provide an indication of the market segment that the manufacturer of the cameras have been targeting. The Nikon W150 was launched in the US market at a price of $159. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down. Then, after the new model is out, very good deals can frequently be found on the pre-owned market.

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Sensor comparison with a 35mm slide

The size of the sensor inside a digital camera is one of the key determinants of image quality. A large sensor will tend to have larger individual pixels that provide better low-light sensitivity, wider dynamic range, and richer color-depth than smaller pixel-units in a sensor of the same technological generation. Moreover, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more control over depth-of-field in the image and, thus, the ability to better isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors are more costly to manufacture and tent to lead to bigger and heavier cameras and lenses.

The Nikon W150 features a 1/3.1-inch sensor and has a format factor (sometimes also referred to as "crop factor") of 7.4. Within the spectrum of camera sensors, this places the Nikon W150 among the smaller-sensor digicams that favor affordability and compact design.

Nikon W150 sensor measures

Consistent information on actual sensor performance is available from DXO Mark for most cameras. This service determines an overall sensor rating, as well as sub-scores for low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"), dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), and color depth ("DXO Portrait"). The adjacent table reports on the physical sensor characteristics and the outcomes of the DXO sensor quality tests for a sample of alternative cameras.

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Sensor Characteristics
    Camera
Model
Sensor
Class
Resolution
(MP)
Horiz.
Pixels
Vert.
Pixels
Video
Format
DXO
Portrait
DXO
Landscape
DXO
Sports
DXO
Overall
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Nikon W150 1/3.1 13.0 4160 31201080/30p22.113.8405865
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Leica Q2 Full Frame 46.7 8368 55844K/30p26.413.5249196
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Nikon A1000 1/2.3 15.9 4608 34564K/30p20.712.2109552
4.
 
Nikon B600 1/2.3 15.9 4608 34561080/30p20.712.2109552
5.
 
Nikon P1000 1/2.3 15.9 4608 34564K/30p20.612.1104451
6.
 
Nikon W300 1/2.3 15.9 4608 34564K/30p20.512.093850
7.
 
Panasonic FT7 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38884K/30p20.612.1102851
8.
 
Ricoh WG-6 1/2.3 20.2 5184 38884K/30p20.712.2110452
9.
 
Ricoh WG-60 1/2.3 15.9 4608 34561080/60p20.612.2107251
10.
 
Sony RX0 1-inch 15.4 4800 32001080/60p22.412.454868
11.
 
Sony RX0 II 1-inch 15.4 4800 32004K/30p22.112.455565
Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.

Many modern cameras cannot only take still pictures, but also record videos. The W150 indeed provides movie recording capabilities. The highest resolution format that the W150 can use is 1080/30p.

Feature comparison

Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a variety of features. The adjacent tables list some of the other core features of the Nikon W150 along with similar information for a selection of comparators.

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Core Features
    Camera
Model
Viewfinder
(Type or
000 dots)
Control
Panel
(yes/no)
LCD
Specifications
(inch/000 dots)
LCD
Attach-
ment
Touch
Screen
(yes/no)
Max
Shutter
Speed *
Max
Shutter
Flaps *
Built-in
Flash
(yes/no)
Built-in
Image
Stab
1.
 
Nikon W150none n2.7 / 230 fixed n 1/2000s 4.7/s Y n
2.
 
Leica Q23680 n3.0 / 1040 fixed Y 1/2000s 10.0/s n Y
3.
 
Nikon A10001166 n3.0 / 1036 tilting Y 1/4000s 7.0/s Y Y
4.
 
Nikon B600none n3.0 / 921 fixed n 1/4000s 7.4/s Y Y
5.
 
Nikon P10002359 n3.2 / 921 swivel n 1/4000s 7.0/s Y Y
6.
 
Nikon W300none n3.0 / 921 fixed n 1/4000s 7.0/s Y Y
7.
 
Panasonic FT71170 n3.0 / 1040 fixed n 1/1300s 10.0/s Y Y
8.
 
Ricoh WG-6none n3.0 / 1040 fixed n 1/4000s 1.0/s Y n
9.
 
Ricoh WG-60none n2.7 / 230 fixed n 1/4000s 8.0/s Y n
10.
 
Sony RX0none n1.5 / 230 fixed n .. 5.5/s n n
11.
 
Sony RX0 IInone n1.5 / 230 tilting n .. 5.5/s n n
Note: *) Information refers to the mechanical shutter, unless the camera only has an electronic one.

One convenient feature of the W150 is the presence of an on-board flash. While this built-in flash is not very powerful, it can at times be useful as a fill-in light to brighten deep shadow areas.

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Connection comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Nikon Coolpix W150 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Input-Output Connections
    Camera
Model
Hotshoe
Port
Internal
Mic / Speaker
Microphone
Port
Headphone
Port
HDMI
Port
USB
Port
WiFi
Support
NFC
Support
Bluetooth
Support
1.
 
Nikon W150-stereo / mono--micro2.0Y-Y
2.
 
Leica Q2Ystereo / mono----Y-Y
3.
 
Nikon A1000-stereo / mono--micro2.0Y-Y
4.
 
Nikon B600-stereo / mono--micro2.0Y-Y
5.
 
Nikon P1000Ystereo / monoY-micro2.0Y-Y
6.
 
Nikon W300-stereo / mono--micro2.0Y-Y
7.
 
Panasonic FT7-stereo / mono--micro2.0Y--
8.
 
Ricoh WG-6-mono / mono--micro3.0---
9.
 
Ricoh WG-60-mono / mono--micro2.0---
10.
 
Sony RX0-stereo / monoY-micro2.0Y-Y
11.
 
Sony RX0 II-stereo / monoY-micro2.0Y-Y

It is notable that the W150 offers wifi support. Wifi can be a very convenient means to transfer image data to an off-camera location.

The W150 has a zoom lens built in (4.1-12.3mm f/3.3-5.9), which, in full frame equivalent terms, provides a focal length range from 30 to 90mm. The camera is, hence, ready to shoot, while remaining more compact in size than an interchangeable lens camera with an optic that offers similar focal length and aperture specifications.

Further information on the features and operation of the W150 can be found in the free online Nikon W150 Manual or on the Nikon support site.

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Expert reviews

While the comparison of the spec-sheets of cameras can offer a general idea of their imaging potential, it says nothing about, for example, the handling, responsiveness, and overall imaging quality of the W150 in practical situations. User reviews, such as those found at amazon, can sometimes inform about these issues, but such feedback is often incomplete, inconsistent, and biased. This is where reviews by experts come in. The following table reports the overall rankings of the cameras as published by some of the major camera review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]).

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Review Scores
     Camera 
 Model 
 AP 
 score 
 CL 
 score 
 DCW 
 score 
 DPR 
 score 
 EPZ 
 score 
 PB 
 score 
Camera
Launch
Launch
Price
Street
Price
1.
 
Nikon W150..+....3.5/53/5 Apr 2019 EUR 199ebay.com
2.
 
Leica Q2....4.5/584/1004.5/54/5 Mar 2019 EUR 4 799 amazon.com
3.
 
Nikon A1000..+ +3.5/5..3.5/53/5 Jan 2019 EUR 449ebay.com
4.
 
Nikon B600..+....3.5/53/5 Jan 2019 EUR 359ebay.com
5.
 
Nikon P1000..+3.5/573/1003.5/53.5/5 Jul 2018 EUR 1 099 amazon.com
6.
 
Nikon W300..+....4/54/5 May 2017 EUR 449ebay.com
7.
 
Panasonic FT7..+....3.5/53.5/5 May 2018 EUR 429ebay.com
8.
 
Ricoh WG-6........3.5/53.5/5 Feb 2019 EUR 399 amazon.com
9.
 
Ricoh WG-60............ Oct 2018 EUR 249ebay.com
10.
 
Sony RX0........3.5/54/5 Aug 2017 EUR 849ebay.com
11.
 
Sony RX0 II........3.5/54/5 Mar 2019 EUR 799 amazon.com
Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.

Care should be taken when interpreting the review scores above, though. The ratings were established in reference to similarly priced cameras that were available in the market at the time of the review. Thus, a score needs to be put into the context of the launch date and the launch price of the camera, and comparisons of ratings among very different cameras or across long time periods have little meaning. It should also be noted that some of the review sites have over time altered the way they render their verdicts.

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Nikon W150 FAQ

Below are some additional questions and answers concerning some particular features of the W150.

What technology is the imaging sensor in the Nikon W150 based on?

The camera features a CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensor.

What is the ISO sensitivity range of the Nikon W150?

The camera has a native sensitivity range from ISO 125 to ISO 1600.

Is completely silent shooting possible with the Nikon W150?

The camera has an electronic shutter option, so that it is indeed feasible to capture images without any shutter noise.

Does the Nikon W150 feature an autofocus assist light?

Yes, the camera has a lamp built-in that can illuminate the subject and improve autofocus in low-light settings.

Which battery does the Nikon W150 use?

The camera gets its power from the Nikon EN-EL19, which is a rechargeable Lithium-Ion power pack.

Camera to camera comparisons

If you would like to see a side-by-side review with another camera, just use the search menu below. There is also a set of direct links to comparison reviews that other users of the CAM-parator app explored.

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    Specifications Summary
    Camera Model Nikon W150
    Camera Type Fixed lens compact camera
    Camera Lens 30-90mm f/3.3-5.9
    Launch Date April 2019
    Launch Price USD 159
    Sensor Specs
    Sensor Technology CMOS
    Sensor Format 1/3.1" Sensor
    Sensor Size 4.7 x 3.5 mm
    Sensor Area 16 mm2
    Sensor Diagonal 5.9 mm
    Crop Factor 7.4x
    Sensor Resolution 13 Megapixels
    Image Resolution 4 160 x 3 120 pixels
    Pixel Pitch 1.11 μm
    Pixel Density 78.90 MP/cm2
    Moiré control no AA filter
    Movie Capability 1080/30p Video
    ISO Setting 125 - 1 600 ISO
    Screen Specs
    Viewfinder Type No viewfinder
    Top-Level Screen no Top Display
    LCD Framing Live View
    LCD Size 2.7 inch
    LCD Resolution 230k dots
    LCD Attachment Fixed screen
    Touch Input No touchscreen
    Shooting Specs
    Focus System Contrast-detect AF
    Manual Focusing Aidno Peaking Feature
    Maximum Shutter Speed 1/2000s
    Continuous Shooting 4.7 shutter flaps/s
    Silent ShootingElectronic Shutter
    Time Lapse Photographyno Intervalometer
    Fill Flash Built-in Flash
    Storage Medium SDXC cards
    Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot
    UHS card support no
    Connectivity Specs
    External Flash no Hotshoe
    USB Connector USB 2.0
    HDMI Port micro HDMI
    Wifi Support Wifi built-in
    Bluetooth Support Bluetooth built-in
    Body Specs
    Environmental SealingWaterproof body (10m)
    Battery Type Nikon EN-EL19 power pack
    Battery Life (CIPA)220 shots per charge
    In-Camera Charging USB charging
    Body Dimensions 110 x 67 x 38 mm
    (4.3 x 2.6 x 1.5 in)
    Camera Weight 177 g (6.2 oz)

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