Nikon AW100 vs Panasonic S2

Below is a extensive comparison of the Nikon AW100 versus Panasonic S2, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the S2 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was revealed 4 months earlier than the S2 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the AW100 grades versus the S2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The full galleries are available at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon AW100 offers outside measurements 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 Panasonic S2 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the AW100 versus the S2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the AW100 and S2 is 93 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at specifications. The visual here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the AW100 and S2.

To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon AW100 to give you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively.