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Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic FH3

Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
40
Overall
40
Nikon Coolpix AW110 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30

Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic FH3 Key Specs

Nikon AW110
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
  • 193g - 110 x 65 x 25mm
  • Released July 2013
  • Replaced the Nikon AW100
  • New Model is Nikon AW120
Panasonic FH3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
  • Revealed January 2010
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS11
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Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic FH3 Overview

Below is a complete comparison of the Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic FH3, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the AW110 (16MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AW110 was released 3 years later than the FH3 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the AW110 scores against the FH3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon AW110 over the Panasonic FH3

 AW110 FH3 
RevealedJuly 2013January 2010More recent by 43 months
Manual focus Dial precise focusing
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution614k230kClearer display (+384k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Nikon AW110

 FH3 AW110 

Common features in the Nikon AW110 and Panasonic FH3

 AW110 FH3 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic FH3 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon AW110 offers exterior measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Panasonic FH3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic FH3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the AW110 compared to the FH3.

Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic FH3 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the AW110 and FH3 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic FH3 top view buttons comparison

Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic FH3 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The graphic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the AW110 and FH3.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon AW110 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The younger AW110 should have an edge in sensor tech.

Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic FH3 sensor size comparison

Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic FH3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon AW110 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FH3 as a Portrait photography camera
41
has manual focus
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
has face detection focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
28
MP count decent (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon AW110 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FH3 as a Street photography camera
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon AW110 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FH3 as a Sports photography camera
48
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
weather proof
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14MP)
max fps very slow (6.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon AW110 Travel photography advice
Panasonic FH3 Travel photography advice
67
weather proof
megapixel count good (16MP)
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse mode
does not offer selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
65
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon AW110 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic FH3 Landscape photography highlights
50
has manual focus
relatively wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
weather proof
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
no manual control
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
no Time Lapse mode
37
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon AW110
Vlogging with Panasonic FH3
33
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
does not offer selfie friendly display
no external mic socket
29
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic jack
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Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic FH3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon AW110 and Panasonic FH3
 Nikon Coolpix AW110Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3
General Information
Brand Nikon Panasonic
Model Nikon Coolpix AW110 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3
Also called - Lumix DMC-FS11
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Released 2013-07-05 2010-01-06
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 125 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.9-4.8 f/2.8-6.9
Macro focus range 1cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 614k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology OLED monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 secs 60 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1500 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shooting speed 8.0fps 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 5.20 m 6.80 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 193 gr (0.43 pounds) 165 gr (0.36 pounds)
Physical dimensions 110 x 65 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 250 images -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model EN-EL12 -
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD / SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Price at launch $250 $160