Canon R100 vs Nikon 1 AW1

Let's look much closer at the Canon R100 and Nikon 1 AW1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the R100 (24MP) and 1 AW1 (14MP) and the R100 (APS-C) and 1 AW1 (1") possess different sensor sizes.

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The R100 was launched 9 years after the 1 AW1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon R100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 AW1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the R100 scores against the 1 AW1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R100 and Nikon 1 AW1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon R100 Gallery and Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon R100 offers exterior measurements of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") and a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Nikon 1 AW1 has measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") having a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).

Contrast the Canon R100 and Nikon 1 AW1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the R100 compared to the 1 AW1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R100 and 1 AW1 is 76 and 86 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The picture below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the R100 and 1 AW1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The R100 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Canon R100 will show greater detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer R100 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.