Nikon AW100 vs Samsung TL220

Here is a thorough assessment of the Nikon AW100 and Samsung TL220, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the AW100 (16MP) and TL220 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was released 2 years later than the TL220 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the AW100 scores vs the TL220 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Samsung TL220. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon AW100 comes with 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) while the Samsung TL220 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Nikon AW100 and Samsung TL220 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the AW100 and the TL220.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AW100 and TL220 is 93 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW100 and TL220.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon AW100 to show more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer AW100 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.