Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic FH6

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon AW110 and Panasonic FH6, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the AW110 (16MP) and the FH6 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AW110 was revealed 19 months after the FH6 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the AW110 matches up against the FH6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW110 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon AW110 Gallery and Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon AW110 has 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 FH6 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Nikon AW110 and Panasonic FH6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the AW110 versus the FH6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AW110 and FH6 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specs. The pic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the AW110 and FH6.

All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon AW110 to render more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer AW110 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.