Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon AW110

Following is a complete assessment of the Fujifilm JZ100 vs Nikon AW110, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JZ100 (14MP) and the AW110 (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JZ100 was revealed 18 months prior to the AW110 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm JZ100 scores against the AW110 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JZ100 and Nikon Coolpix AW110. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JZ100 Gallery and Nikon AW110 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JZ100 has got external dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Nikon AW110 has proportions of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm JZ100 against the AW110.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JZ100 and AW110 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The picture below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JZ100 and AW110.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon AW110 to result in greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JZ100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.