Nikon AW100 vs Nikon S100

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon AW100 and Nikon S100, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the S100 (16MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was unveiled within a month of the S100 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the AW100 grades versus the S100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW100 & Nikon Coolpix S100. The full galleries are provided at Nikon AW100 Gallery & Nikon S100 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Nikon AW100 features exterior dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon S100 has sizing of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon AW100 and Nikon S100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the AW100 versus the S100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AW100 and S100 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The visual underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW100 and S100.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of files although you need to take the launch date of the products into consideration.