Nikon AW110 vs Sony HX10V
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Nikon AW110 vs Sony HX10V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
- 193g - 110 x 65 x 25mm
- Launched July 2013
- Older Model is Nikon AW100
- Replacement is Nikon AW120
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-400mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 234g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Updated by Sony HX20V

Nikon AW110 vs Sony HX10V Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Nikon AW110 versus Sony HX10V, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the AW110 (16MP) and the HX10V (18MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The AW110 was introduced 17 months later than the HX10V which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the AW110 grades against the HX10V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon AW110 vs Sony HX10V Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW110 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The whole galleries are available at Nikon AW110 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon AW110 over the Sony HX10V
AW110 | HX10V | |||
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Revealed | July 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 17 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony HX10V over the Nikon AW110
HX10V | AW110 | |||
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Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 614k | Sharper screen (+308k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon AW110 and Sony HX10V
AW110 | HX10V | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Nikon AW110 vs Sony HX10V Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon AW110 has got physical measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony HX10V has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon AW110 versus Sony HX10V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the AW110 against the HX10V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the AW110 and HX10V is 92 and 91 respectively.

Nikon AW110 vs Sony HX10V Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the AW110 and HX10V.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony HX10V to result in extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent AW110 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon AW110 vs Sony HX10V Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon AW110 vs Sony HX10V Specifications
Nikon Coolpix AW110 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix AW110 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-07-05 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-400mm (16.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.8 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 614k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | OLED monitor | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) | 234 gr (0.52 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 65 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | 320 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $250 | $616 |