Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon AW100

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon AW100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Casio and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the EX-H15 (14MP) and the AW100 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-H15 was announced 19 months prior to the AW100 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the EX-H15 scores versus the AW100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H15 and Nikon Coolpix AW100. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H15 Gallery and Nikon AW100 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H15 offers outer dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Nikon AW100 has proportions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Casio EX-H15 vs Nikon AW100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the EX-H15 against the AW100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-H15 and AW100 is 93 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking specs. The picture here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-H15 and AW100.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon AW100 to resolve greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged EX-H15 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.