Casio EX-100 vs Nikon AW100

Its time to look more in depth at the Casio EX-100 versus Nikon AW100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Casio and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the EX-100 (12MP) and AW100 (16MP) and the EX-100 (1/1.7") and AW100 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The EX-100 was revealed 2 years later than the AW100 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the EX-100 matches up vs the AW100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Nikon Coolpix AW100. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Nikon AW100 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-100 has physical dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Nikon AW100 has measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-100 versus Nikon AW100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-100 against the AW100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-100 and AW100 is 83 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-100 and AW100.

As you can see, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The EX-100 with its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon AW100 will show greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger EX-100 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.