Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic 3D1

Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic 3D1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the AW110 (16MP) and 3D1 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AW110 was brought out 21 months later than the 3D1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the AW110 scores versus the 3D1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW110 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon AW110 Gallery and Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW110 has outer measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic 3D1 has proportions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the AW110 vs the 3D1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW110 and 3D1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The visual underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the AW110 and 3D1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon AW110 to deliver more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern AW110 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.