Casio EX-FC100 vs Nikon AW120

Following is a detailed assessment of the Casio EX-FC100 versus Nikon AW120, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and AW120 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was released 6 years earlier than the AW120 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-FC100 scores versus the AW120 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Nikon Coolpix AW120. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Nikon AW120 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FC100 has outer dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Nikon AW120 has sizing of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check out the Casio EX-FC100 versus Nikon AW120 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-FC100 against the AW120.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC100 and AW120 is 94 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The image here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-FC100 and AW120.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon AW120 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-FC100 is going to be behind in sensor technology.