Nikon AW100 vs Sony S2000

In this article, we will be contrasting the Nikon AW100 vs Sony S2000, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the AW100 (16MP) and S2000 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW100 was brought out 20 months later than the S2000 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the AW100 scores versus the S2000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The entire galleries are available at Nikon AW100 Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon AW100 features outside measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony S2000 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the AW100 compared to the S2000.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the AW100 and S2000 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The visual below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the AW100 and S2000.

Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon AW100 to render greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern AW100 will have an advantage in sensor tech.