Fujifilm Z30 vs Nikon AW110

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm Z30 and Nikon AW110, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) and AW110 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z30 was brought out 5 years prior to the AW110 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm Z30 matches up vs the AW110 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z30 and Nikon Coolpix AW110. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z30 Gallery and Nikon AW110 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm Z30 has got outside measurements of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Nikon AW110 has sizing of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm Z30 and Nikon AW110 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm Z30 against the AW110.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z30 and AW110 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z30 and AW110.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon AW110 to result in greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z30 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.