Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic ZS1

Here is a in depth comparison of the Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic ZS1, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the AW110 (16MP) and ZS1 (10MP) and the AW110 (1/2.3") and ZS1 (1/2.5") use totally different sensor size.

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The AW110 was introduced 4 years later than the ZS1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the AW110 scores vs the ZS1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW110 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon AW110 Gallery and Panasonic ZS1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW110 offers physical dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS1 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic ZS1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the AW110 vs the ZS1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the AW110 and ZS1 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the AW110 and ZS1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The AW110 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon AW110 will render more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher AW110 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.