Nikon AW110 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS

Here, we will be looking at the Nikon AW110 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS, both Waterproof digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the AW110 (16MP) and TG-820 iHS (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The AW110 was introduced 18 months after the TG-820 iHS which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the AW110 grades versus the TG-820 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW110 and Olympus TG-820 iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon AW110 Gallery and Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon AW110 provides outside measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Olympus TG-820 iHS has dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon AW110 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the AW110 and the TG-820 iHS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW110 and TG-820 iHS is 92 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The pic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the AW110 and TG-820 iHS.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Nikon AW110 to give you more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer AW110 will have a benefit in sensor technology.