Nikon AW100 vs Pentax VS20

The following is a extensive overview of the Nikon AW100 versus Pentax VS20, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was revealed 5 months before the VS20 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the AW100 matches up versus the VS20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Pentax Optio VS20. The full galleries are provided at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW100 offers physical 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 Pentax VS20 has proportions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the AW100 compared to the VS20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the AW100 and VS20 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The image below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the AW100 and VS20.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration.