Nikon AW100 vs Samsung MV800

Here is a extensive assessment of the Nikon AW100 and Samsung MV800, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the MV800 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was manufactured within a month of the MV800 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the AW100 grades vs the MV800 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Samsung MV800. The entire galleries are available at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Samsung MV800 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon AW100 offers physical dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung MV800 has specifications of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the AW100 compared to the MV800.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the AW100 and MV800 is 93 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The graphic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW100 and MV800.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of images however you may want to take the production date of the cameras into account.