Nikon AW110 vs Samsung WB30F

Here is a comprehensive review of the Nikon AW110 and Samsung WB30F, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the AW110 (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AW110 was launched 6 months later than the WB30F which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the AW110 matches up vs the WB30F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix AW110 & Samsung WB30F. The complete galleries are available at Nikon AW110 Gallery & Samsung WB30F Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon AW110 has outer measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung WB30F has sizing of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon AW110 and Samsung WB30F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the AW110 against the WB30F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AW110 and WB30F is 92 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the AW110 and WB30F.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images though you need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.