Nikon AW100 vs Pentax E90

Below is a extensive analysis of the Nikon AW100 versus Pentax E90, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the AW100 (16MP) and E90 (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was introduced 20 months later than the E90 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the AW100 grades against the E90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Pentax Optio E90. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Nikon AW100 has exterior 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 Pentax E90 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the AW100 vs the E90.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the AW100 and E90 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the AW100 and E90.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon AW100 to give you extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer AW100 should have a benefit in sensor technology.