Nikon AW110 vs Nikon L100

In this article, we will be reviewing the Nikon AW110 and Nikon L100, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the AW110 (16MP) and L100 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW110 was introduced 4 years later than the L100 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the AW110 matches up against the L100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW110 and Nikon Coolpix L100. The whole galleries are available at Nikon AW110 Gallery and Nikon L100 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW110 offers outside dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Nikon L100 has proportions of 110mm x 72mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

Examine the Nikon AW110 and Nikon L100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the AW110 against the L100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AW110 and L100 is 92 and 79 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by researching specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW110 and L100.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon AW110 to render more detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern AW110 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.