Canon A1300 vs Nikon AW100

Here is a extended assessment of the Canon A1300 versus Nikon AW100, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the AW100 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A1300 was brought out 6 months later than the AW100 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the A1300 scores against the AW100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1300 & Nikon Coolpix AW100. The entire galleries are available at Canon A1300 Gallery & Nikon AW100 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A1300 features outside measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Nikon AW100 has measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the A1300 versus the AW100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A1300 and AW100 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A1300 and AW100.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs however you will need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.