FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon AW100

Here is a extended assessment of the FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon AW100, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the AV200 (14MP) and the AW100 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AV200 was revealed 7 months prior to the AW100 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the AV200 matches up against the AW100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AV200 & Nikon Coolpix AW100. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AV200 Gallery & Nikon AW100 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm AV200 has outer measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Nikon AW100 has specifications of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the AV200 compared to the AW100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AV200 and AW100 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the AV200 and AW100.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon AW100 to provide more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older AV200 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.