Nikon AW100 vs Nikon S9500

Below, we are analyzing the Nikon AW100 versus Nikon S9500, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the S9500 (18MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was unveiled 17 months earlier than the S9500 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the AW100 grades vs the S9500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Nikon Coolpix S9500. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Nikon S9500 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon AW100 has got external dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Nikon S9500 has specifications of 110mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Compare the Nikon AW100 versus Nikon S9500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the AW100 and the S9500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW100 and S9500 is 93 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The visual below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the AW100 and S9500.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S9500 to provide extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The older AW100 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.