Nikon AW100 vs Nikon S5100

Here is a detailed review of the Nikon AW100 and Nikon S5100, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the AW100 (16MP) and S5100 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was launched 13 months later than the S5100 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the AW100 matches up vs the S5100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix AW100 & Nikon Coolpix S5100. The complete galleries are available at Nikon AW100 Gallery & Nikon S5100 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW100 enjoys outer dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon S5100 has proportions of 97mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the AW100 versus the S5100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the AW100 and S5100 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The visual here will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW100 and S5100.

All in all, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon AW100 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger AW100 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.