Fujifilm F600 EXR vs Nikon AW100

Let's look a little more closely at the Fujifilm F600 EXR and Nikon AW100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm F600 EXR (16MP) and the AW100 (16MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm F600 EXR (1/2") and AW100 (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm F600 EXR was launched very close to the AW100 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm F600 EXR scores versus the AW100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F600 EXR and Nikon Coolpix AW100. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm F600 EXR Gallery and Nikon AW100 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F600 EXR provides outer dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Nikon AW100 has measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm F600 EXR and Nikon AW100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm F600 EXR against the AW100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F600 EXR and AW100 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Typically, its hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F600 EXR and AW100.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F600 EXR has the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field less difficult.