Fujifilm T550 vs Nikon AW100
95 Imaging
39 Features
40 Overall
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93 Imaging
39 Features
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Fujifilm T550 vs Nikon AW100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Released January 2013
(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
- Launched August 2011
- New Model is Nikon AW110
Fujifilm T550 vs Nikon AW100 Overview
The following is a complete assessment of the Fujifilm T550 versus Nikon AW100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the AW100 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm T550 was announced 17 months after the AW100 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm T550 matches up vs the AW100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm T550 vs Nikon AW100 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix T550 & Nikon Coolpix AW100. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm T550 Gallery & Nikon AW100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Nikon AW100
Fujifilm T550 | AW100 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | August 2011 | Newer by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon AW100 over the Fujifilm T550
AW100 | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Nikon AW100
Fujifilm T550 | AW100 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Fujifilm T550 vs Nikon AW100 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm T550 features outside dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Nikon AW100 has proportions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Fujifilm T550 versus Nikon AW100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm T550 vs the AW100.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm T550 and AW100 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Fujifilm T550 vs Nikon AW100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching specifications. The image below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm T550 and AW100.
Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files but you really should factor the age of the cameras into account. The newer Fujifilm T550 should have an edge in sensor tech.
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Fujifilm T550 vs Nikon AW100 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Nikon Coolpix AW100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Nikon Coolpix AW100 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
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 | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.9-4.8 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 136g (0.30 pounds) | 178g (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 110 x 65 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 model | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $160 | $299 |