Kodak C135 vs Nikon AW100

Its time to take a closer look at the Kodak C135 versus Nikon AW100, both Waterproof cameras by brands Kodak and Nikon. The image resolution of the C135 (14MP) and the AW100 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The C135 was announced 5 months later than the AW100 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the C135 scores against the AW100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare C135 and Nikon Coolpix AW100. The whole galleries are available at Kodak C135 Gallery and Nikon AW100 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Kodak C135 features outer dimensions of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst 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).

Contrast the Kodak C135 versus Nikon AW100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the C135 and the AW100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the C135 and AW100 is 92 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The graphic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the C135 and AW100.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon AW100 to produce greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively.