Canon S95 vs Nikon AW110

Following is a in depth assessment of the Canon S95 versus Nikon AW110, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the S95 (10MP) and AW110 (16MP) and the S95 (1/1.7") and AW110 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The S95 was manufactured 3 years prior to the AW110 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S95 matches up versus the AW110 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot S95 & Nikon Coolpix AW110. The entire galleries are available at Canon S95 Gallery & Nikon AW110 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon S95 has got outer measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Nikon AW110 has measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon S95 versus Nikon AW110 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S95 compared to the AW110.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S95 and AW110 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The pic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S95 and AW110.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S95 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon AW110 will give you greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged S95 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.