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Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Nikon AW100

Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
42
Overall
40
Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR front
 
Nikon Coolpix AW100 front
Portability
93
Imaging
39
Features
28
Overall
34

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Nikon AW100 Key Specs

Fujifilm F500 EXR
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 12800)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
  • 215g - 104 x 63 x 33mm
  • Introduced January 2011
Nikon AW100
(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
  • Released August 2011
  • Later Model is Nikon AW110
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Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Nikon AW100 Overview

Here is a in-depth overview of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Nikon AW100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and the AW100 (16MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") and AW100 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm F500 EXR was launched 7 months before the AW100 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm F500 EXR scores against the AW100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm F500 EXR over the Nikon AW100

 Fujifilm F500 EXR AW100 

Reasons to pick Nikon AW100 over the Fujifilm F500 EXR

 AW100 Fujifilm F500 EXR 
ReleasedAugust 2011January 2011Fresher by 7 months

Common features in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Nikon AW100

 Fujifilm F500 EXR AW100 
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen size
Screen resolution460k460kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Nikon AW100 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm F500 EXR enjoys physical dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Nikon AW100 has proportions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm F500 EXR and Nikon AW100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm F500 EXR versus the AW100.

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Nikon AW100 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and AW100 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Nikon AW100 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Nikon AW100 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and AW100.

Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F500 EXR contains the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier. The older Fujifilm F500 EXR will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Nikon AW100 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Nikon AW100 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Nikon AW100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm F500 EXR Portrait photography info
Nikon AW100 Portrait photography info
31
decent MP (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2")
doesn't have RAW support
30
resolution is good (16MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm F500 EXR
Street photography with Nikon AW100
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average (215g)
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2")
doesn't have RAW support
55
environment proofing
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm F500 EXR
Sports photography with Nikon AW100
48
long zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
low fps (3.0 frames/s)
sensor is tiny (1/2")
doesn't have phase detect AF
33
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm F500 EXR as a Travel photography camera
Nikon AW100 as a Travel photography camera
69
lighter than average (215g)
decent MP (16MP)
built-in flash
really wide (24mm)
long reach (360mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
67
environment proofing
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
does not have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm F500 EXR Landscape photography factors
Nikon AW100 Landscape photography factors
44
really wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
sensor is tiny (1/2")
doesn't have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
41
quite wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
resolution is good (16MP)
environment proofing
no manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
no image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm F500 EXR
Vlogging with Nikon AW100
33
really wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than average (215 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
does not have external mic support
29
quite wide (28mm)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not have selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
does not have external microphone jack
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Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Nikon AW100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm F500 EXR and Nikon AW100
 Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXRNikon Coolpix AW100
General Information
Make FujiFilm Nikon
Model type Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR Nikon Coolpix AW100
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Introduced 2011-01-05 2011-08-24
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR -
Sensor type EXRCMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.4 x 4.8mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 30.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 3200
Highest enhanced ISO 12800 -
Min native ISO 100 125
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-360mm (15.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.5-5.3 f/3.9-4.8
Macro focusing range 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.6 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3"
Display resolution 460 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.20 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 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 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone 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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 215 grams (0.47 lb) 178 grams (0.39 lb)
Physical dimensions 104 x 63 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") 110 x 65 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID NP-50 EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto shutter(Dog, Cat)) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD / SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $430 $299