Nikon A1000 vs Nikon AW100

Lets look more closely at the Nikon A1000 vs Nikon AW100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are produced by Nikon. The image resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the AW100 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was released 7 years later than the AW100 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the A1000 scores vs the AW100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix A1000 & Nikon Coolpix AW100. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon A1000 Gallery & Nikon AW100 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A1000 provides external measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Nikon AW100 has dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the A1000 versus the AW100.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A1000 and AW100 is 86 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A1000 and AW100.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files though you will need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The newer A1000 will have a benefit in sensor tech.