Nikon AW110 vs Panasonic ZS15

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Nikon AW110 and Panasonic ZS15, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the AW110 (16MP) and ZS15 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AW110 was unveiled 13 months later than the ZS15 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the AW110 scores against the ZS15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW110 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The full galleries are available at Nikon AW110 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon AW110 enjoys 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 ZS15 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon AW110 and Panasonic ZS15 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the AW110 and the ZS15.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AW110 and ZS15 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW110 and ZS15.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon AW110 to give extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent AW110 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.