Nikon AW110 vs Sony S950

In this article, we are analyzing the Nikon AW110 vs Sony S950, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the AW110 (16MP) and S950 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AW110 was revealed 4 years later than the S950 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the AW110 grades against the S950 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix AW110 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The full galleries are provided at Nikon AW110 Gallery & Sony S950 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon AW110 features external measurements of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Sony S950 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the AW110 compared to the S950.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the AW110 and S950 is 92 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The graphic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the AW110 and S950.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon AW110 to result in extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent AW110 should have an advantage in sensor technology.