Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic LS5

Here, we are evaluating the Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic LS5, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the AW110 (16MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The AW110 was announced 24 months later than the LS5 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the AW110 grades versus the LS5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix AW110 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The whole galleries are available at Nikon AW110 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW110 enjoys exterior 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) and the Panasonic LS5 has proportions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic LS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the AW110 compared to the LS5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the AW110 and LS5 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the AW110 and LS5.

To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon AW110 to provide greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent AW110 should have an advantage in sensor technology.