Nikon AW110 vs Sony HX90V

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon AW110 vs Sony HX90V, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The image resolution of the AW110 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AW110 was brought out 21 months prior to the HX90V which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the AW110 matches up against the HX90V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix AW110 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon AW110 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon AW110 has got physical 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 Sony HX90V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the AW110 and the HX90V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW110 and HX90V is 92 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The image underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the AW110 and HX90V.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony HX90V to result in more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged AW110 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.