Canon M100 vs Nikon 1 AW1

Let's look a bit more closely at the Canon M100 versus Nikon 1 AW1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the M100 (24MP) and 1 AW1 (14MP) and the M100 (APS-C) and 1 AW1 (1") posses different sensor size.

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The M100 was launched 4 years after the 1 AW1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the M100 matches up vs the 1 AW1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M100 and Nikon 1 AW1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon M100 Gallery and Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Canon M100 enjoys external measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 AW1 has specifications of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).

Check the Canon M100 versus Nikon 1 AW1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the M100 compared to the 1 AW1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M100 and 1 AW1 is 88 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The image here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M100 and 1 AW1.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The M100 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Canon M100 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent M100 provides an edge in sensor innovation.