Nikon A900 vs Nikon AW100

In this article, we will be reviewing the Nikon A900 vs Nikon AW100, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both built by Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and AW100 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A900 was announced 4 years after the AW100 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the A900 grades vs the AW100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A900 and Nikon Coolpix AW100. The whole galleries are available at Nikon A900 Gallery and Nikon AW100 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A900 has got physical measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Nikon AW100 has dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Compare the Nikon A900 vs Nikon AW100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the A900 versus the AW100.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A900 and AW100 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Often, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A900 and AW100.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon A900 to produce greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer A900 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.