Nikon AW100 vs Olympus VG-160

Here is a detailed comparison of the Nikon AW100 versus Olympus VG-160, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the VG-160 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was launched 4 months prior to the VG-160 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the AW100 grades against the VG-160 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Olympus VG-160. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Olympus VG-160 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW100 provides physical dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-160 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Nikon AW100 versus Olympus VG-160 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the AW100 against the VG-160.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the AW100 and VG-160 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The visual below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW100 and VG-160.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon AW100 to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively.