Nikon AW100 vs Olympus SH-1

Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon AW100 vs Olympus SH-1, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the SH-1 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was manufactured 3 years before the SH-1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the AW100 scores against the SH-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW100 & Olympus Stylus SH-1. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon AW100 Gallery & Olympus SH-1 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon AW100 has got external measurements 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 Olympus SH-1 has specifications of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Check out the Nikon AW100 vs Olympus SH-1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the AW100 and the SH-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AW100 and SH-1 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the AW100 and SH-1.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images however you will need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged AW100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.