Nikon AW100 vs Sony H70

On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon AW100 vs Sony H70, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the H70 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was introduced 8 months later than the H70 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the AW100 matches up against the H70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon AW100 Gallery & Sony H70 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon AW100 comes with outer 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 Sony H70 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the AW100 versus the H70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AW100 and H70 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The visual below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the AW100 and H70.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of images but you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration. The fresher AW100 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.