Nikon AW100 vs Panasonic FS25

Below is a in depth analysis of the Nikon AW100 and Panasonic FS25, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the AW100 (16MP) and FS25 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was announced 2 years later than the FS25 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the AW100 scores against the FS25 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon AW100 Gallery & Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon AW100 provides physical measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS25 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the AW100 and the FS25.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the AW100 and FS25 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the AW100 and FS25.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon AW100 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher AW100 will have a benefit in sensor tech.