Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon AW100

Below is a in-depth review of the Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon AW100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the AW100 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX210 IS was brought out 14 months prior to the AW100 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the SX210 IS grades against the AW100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Nikon Coolpix AW100. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Nikon AW100 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX210 IS has outside dimensions of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Nikon AW100 has sizing of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX210 IS and the AW100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX210 IS and AW100 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking technical specs. The visual here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX210 IS and AW100.

As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Nikon AW100 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older SX210 IS is going to be behind in sensor innovation.