Nikon AW100 vs Sony HX10V

Lets look more closely at the Nikon AW100 versus Sony HX10V, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the AW100 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was released 6 months prior to the HX10V and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the AW100 scores against the HX10V for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon AW100 Gallery and Sony HX10V Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon AW100 offers outside measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

Look at the Nikon AW100 versus Sony HX10V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the AW100 versus the HX10V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the AW100 and HX10V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the AW100 and HX10V.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX10V to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively.