Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon AW110

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon SX400 IS versus Nikon AW110, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the AW110 (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX400 IS was released 13 months later than the AW110 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX400 IS matches up versus the AW110 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Nikon Coolpix AW110. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Nikon AW110 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX400 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) and the Nikon AW110 has measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX400 IS versus Nikon AW110 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX400 IS vs the AW110.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX400 IS and AW110 is 81 and 92 respectively.

Generally, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The visual here should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX400 IS and AW110.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of photos though you may want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The newer SX400 IS should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.