Nikon AW100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Nikon AW100 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was unveiled 18 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the AW100 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW100 & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The full galleries are available at Nikon AW100 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon AW100 features external dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the AW100 against the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the AW100 and Galaxy Camera is 93 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The image here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the AW100 and Galaxy Camera.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of pictures although you need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged AW100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.