FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon AW100
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38 Features
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93 Imaging
38 Features
28 Overall
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon AW100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Released January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix AX355
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 178g - 110 x 65 x 23mm
- Revealed August 2011
- Renewed by Nikon AW110

FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon AW100 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the FujiFilm AX350 and Nikon AW100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the AW100 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The AX350 was manufactured 7 months before the AW100 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the AX350 grades versus the AW100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon AW100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 & Nikon Coolpix AW100. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery & Nikon AW100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Nikon AW100
AX350 | AW100 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon AW100 over the FujiFilm AX350
AW100 | AX350 | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 7 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Nikon AW100
AX350 | AW100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon AW100 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AX350 provides outer measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Nikon AW100 has dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm AX350 and Nikon AW100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the AX350 and the AW100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AX350 and AW100 is 94 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon AW100 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the AX350 and AW100.
As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files however you have to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged AX350 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

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FujiFilm AX350 vs Nikon AW100 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Nikon Coolpix AW100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Nikon Coolpix AW100 |
Also referred to as | FinePix AX355 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2011-08-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 33-165mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.9-4.8 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 (60 fps),640 x 480 (120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) | 178 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 110 x 65 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photographs | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $0 | $299 |