Nikon AW100 vs Nikon S800c

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Nikon AW100 and Nikon S800c, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the S800c (16MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was unveiled 17 months prior to the S800c which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the AW100 grades against the S800c with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Nikon Coolpix S800c. The full galleries are provided at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Nikon S800c Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon AW100 enjoys physical measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Nikon S800c has specifications of 111mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 184 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the AW100 vs the S800c.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW100 and S800c is 93 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the AW100 and S800c.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures although you would want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older AW100 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.