Nikon AW100 vs Nikon L26

Let's look a little more closely at the Nikon AW100 versus Nikon L26, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Nikon. The image resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the L26 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was brought out 5 months earlier than the L26 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the AW100 scores versus the L26 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Nikon Coolpix L26. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Nikon L26 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon AW100 provides outside measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon L26 has sizing of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the AW100 against the L26.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the AW100 and L26 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The pic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the AW100 and L26.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you should expect similar quality of images however you would want to factor the production date of the products into consideration.