Nikon AW100 vs Samsung NX210

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon AW100 versus Samsung NX210, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the AW100 (1/2.3") and NX210 (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

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The AW100 was announced 11 months prior to the NX210 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon AW100 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the AW100 matches up vs the NX210 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Samsung NX210. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Samsung NX210 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon AW100 comes with outer measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") having a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Samsung NX210 has specifications of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check the Nikon AW100 versus Samsung NX210 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the AW100 versus the NX210.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the AW100 and NX210 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the AW100 and NX210.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The AW100 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX210 will give you more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The older AW100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.