Nikon AW100 vs Panasonic FH10

Here is a extensive assessment of the Nikon AW100 versus Panasonic FH10, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the FH10 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was introduced 16 months prior to the FH10 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the AW100 matches up vs the FH10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10. The whole galleries are available at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Panasonic FH10 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon AW100 has exterior dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH10 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

See the Nikon AW100 versus Panasonic FH10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the AW100 versus the FH10.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the AW100 and FH10 is 93 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The visual below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW100 and FH10.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of images but you should take the production date of the products into consideration. The older AW100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.