To diversify the array of ruggedized cameras as well as to bring a promising companion for adventurous shutterbugs, Nikon rolled out a well-built point-and-shoot camera, called Coolpix AW130. However, this outdoor-targeted gadget is not an exception because Japanese giant has already launched plenty of sturdy snappers, but now it seems intended to gain better revenue by its novel devisee, which is outfitted with more alluring features.
Diving into the successor of Coolpix AW120, device is waterproof to depths of 100 feet (30 m) and it can withstand the shocks of falling on concrete from 2.1 meters. Notably, snapper can survive into cold approximately upto 10°C as well as it has a dust resistant compact body, so that consumers can use it in uneven atmospheric situations.
Apart from exterior, new scion of Coolpix lineup is coupled with 16-megapixel CMOS sensor that minimizes the vibration during shaky or unstable action shots and enables to capture vibrant and stunning images. Additionally, gadget is decked with a 5x optical zoom NIKKOR lens and Dynamic Fine Zoom option.
Featuring maximum aperture of f/2.8, this clicking machine bears a 3-inch 920k dot OLED display. Coming to the subject of connectivity, it assimilates NFC and Wi-Fi functionality, whereby photos can easily connect camera with NFC-equipped smartphone, tablets or any other smart device. And, they can instantly share all captured pictures with friends and family.
Moreover, Nikon Coolpix AW130 supports GPS, GLONASS and QZSS technology, which accurately record the location of user and tag names of places along with photos even in difficult positioning. Well, prospective buyers will have to wait till March 2015 to get their hands on Nikon's brand-new gadget. As per dpreview, device will go on sale in yellow, blue and black color models with a price tag of $349.95.