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Nikon AW110 vs Sony W370

Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
40
Overall
40
Nikon Coolpix AW110 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 front
Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31

Nikon AW110 vs Sony W370 Key Specs

Nikon AW110
(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
  • Announced July 2013
  • Previous Model is Nikon AW100
  • Refreshed by Nikon AW120
Sony W370
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
  • 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
  • Introduced January 2010
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Nikon AW110 vs Sony W370 Overview

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon AW110 and Sony W370, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the AW110 (16MP) and the W370 (14MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AW110 was introduced 3 years after the W370 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the AW110 matches up versus the W370 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon AW110 over the Sony W370

 AW110 W370 
IntroducedJuly 2013January 2010More modern by 43 months
Manual focus More precise focus
Display resolution614k230kCrisper display (+384k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Nikon AW110

 W370 AW110 

Common features in the Nikon AW110 and Sony W370

 AW110 W370 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurements
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch display Neither offers Touch display

Nikon AW110 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon AW110 offers physical dimensions of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony W370 has measurements of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon AW110 and Sony W370 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the AW110 against the W370.

Nikon AW110 vs Sony W370 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AW110 and W370 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Nikon AW110 vs Sony W370 top view buttons comparison

Nikon AW110 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The pic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the AW110 and W370.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon AW110 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent AW110 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon AW110 vs Sony W370 sensor size comparison

Nikon AW110 vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon AW110 vs Sony W370 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon AW110 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony W370 as a Portrait photography camera
41
manual focus
resolution is good (16MP)
offers face detection focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
28
MP count good (14MP)
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon AW110 Street photography highlights
Sony W370 Street photography highlights
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
weather proofing
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Nikon AW110 Sports photography highlights
Sony W370 Sports photography highlights
48
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16MP)
offers tracking autofocus
weather proofing
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
34
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
slow fps (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon AW110 Travel photography highlights
Sony W370 Travel photography highlights
67
weather proofing
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
does not offer selfie friendly display
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
58
MP count good (14MP)
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse function
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (34mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon AW110 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony W370 as a Landscape photography camera
50
manual focus
relatively wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
weather proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
manual mode not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse mode
37
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (34mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.6)
lack of manual exposure
small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon AW110 Vlogging factors
Sony W370 Vlogging factors
33
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
sluggish max aperture (f3.9)
does not offer selfie friendly display
does not have external mic support
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (34mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.6)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have microphone jack
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Nikon AW110 vs Sony W370 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon AW110 and Sony W370
 Nikon Coolpix AW110Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370
General Information
Brand Nikon Sony
Model Nikon Coolpix AW110 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370
Type Waterproof Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2013-07-05 2010-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CCD
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 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3456 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 125 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-140mm (5.0x) 34-238mm (7.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.9-4.8 f/3.6-5.6
Macro focus distance 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 614 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech OLED monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 4s 2s
Highest shutter speed 1/1500s 1/1600s
Continuous shooting speed 8.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 5.20 m 5.00 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 193 gr (0.43 pounds) 179 gr (0.39 pounds)
Dimensions 110 x 65 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 250 photos -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model EN-EL12 NP-BN1
Self timer - Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD / SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at launch $250 $230