Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon AW100

Below is a thorough review of the Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon AW100, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) and AW100 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm Z37 was brought out 3 years prior to the AW100 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm Z37 scores against the AW100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z37 and Nikon Coolpix AW100. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z37 Gallery and Nikon AW100 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Z37 offers external dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Nikon AW100 has measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm Z37 vs Nikon AW100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm Z37 versus the AW100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z37 and AW100 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Often, its hard to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The photograph below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z37 and AW100.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon AW100 to offer you greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z37 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.