Nikon AW100 vs Panasonic XS1

Let's look more closely at the Nikon AW100 vs Panasonic XS1, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was released 16 months earlier than the XS1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the AW100 matches up vs the XS1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon AW100 has got exterior measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic XS1 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Look at the Nikon AW100 vs Panasonic XS1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the AW100 and the XS1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the AW100 and XS1 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through technical specs. The pic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the AW100 and XS1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged AW100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.