Nikon AW100 vs Olympus TG-6

Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon AW100 vs Olympus TG-6, both Waterproof digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the AW100 (16MP) and TG-6 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was launched 8 years earlier than the TG-6 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the AW100 grades vs the TG-6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW100 & Olympus Tough TG-6. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon AW100 Gallery & Olympus TG-6 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Nikon AW100 provides external dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Olympus TG-6 has specifications of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).

Look at the Nikon AW100 vs Olympus TG-6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the AW100 vs the TG-6.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the AW100 and TG-6 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW100 and TG-6.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon AW100 to give more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged AW100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.