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Nikon AW100 vs Nikon S3300

Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
28
Overall
34
Nikon Coolpix AW100 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S3300 front
Portability
96
Imaging
38
Features
32
Overall
35

Nikon AW100 vs Nikon S3300 Key Specs

Nikon AW100
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
  • 178g - 110 x 65 x 23mm
  • Launched August 2011
  • Replacement is Nikon AW110
Nikon S3300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
  • 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
  • Revealed February 2012
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Nikon AW100 vs Nikon S3300 Overview

Below, we will be looking at the Nikon AW100 and Nikon S3300, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the S3300 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was brought out 5 months earlier than the S3300 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the AW100 scores against the S3300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon AW100 over the Nikon S3300

 AW100 S3300 
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Nikon AW100

 S3300 AW100 
Manual focus More accurate focusing

Common features in the Nikon AW100 and Nikon S3300

 AW100 S3300 
RevealedAugust 2011February 2012Same generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither offers Touch friendly screen

Nikon AW100 vs Nikon S3300 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon AW100 offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Nikon S3300 has sizing of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon AW100 and Nikon S3300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the AW100 and the S3300.

Nikon AW100 vs Nikon S3300 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW100 and S3300 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Nikon AW100 vs Nikon S3300 top view buttons comparison

Nikon AW100 vs Nikon S3300 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the AW100 and S3300.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures however you should take the production date of the cameras into account.

Nikon AW100 vs Nikon S3300 sensor size comparison

Nikon AW100 vs Nikon S3300 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon AW100 vs Nikon S3300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon AW100 Portrait photography info
Nikon S3300 Portrait photography info
29
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
39
has manual focus
good MP (16MP)
supports face detection autofocus
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Nikon AW100 Street photography advice
Nikon S3300 Street photography advice
54
environment proofing
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (128 grams)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Nikon AW100 Sports photography details
Nikon S3300 Sports photography details
33
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
painfully slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
supports tracking autofocus
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (180 per charge)
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon AW100 Travel photography factors
Nikon S3300 Travel photography factors
67
environment proofing
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
reasonably wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
66
lighter than competitors (128g)
good MP (16MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
bad battery pack (180 shots)
display isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon AW100 Landscape photography factors
Nikon S3300 Landscape photography factors
41
reasonably wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
environment proofing
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
lack of Timelapse mode
41
has manual focus
decently wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7")
manual mode not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
bad battery pack (180 per charge)
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon AW100 Vlogging advice
Nikon S3300 Vlogging advice
29
reasonably wide (28mm)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
lack of microphone jack
33
decently wide (26mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection autofocus
lighter than competitors (128g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone socket
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Nikon AW100 vs Nikon S3300 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon AW100 and Nikon S3300
 Nikon Coolpix AW100Nikon Coolpix S3300
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Nikon
Model Nikon Coolpix AW100 Nikon Coolpix S3300
Class Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-08-24 2012-02-01
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 125 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-156mm (6.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.9-4.8 f/3.5-6.5
Macro focus range - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3" 2.7"
Display resolution 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech TFT LCD TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 4 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 3.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 (60 fps),640 x 480 (120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 178g (0.39 pounds) 128g (0.28 pounds)
Dimensions 110 x 65 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 180 shots
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL12 EN-EL19
Self timer - Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD / SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $299 $99