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November 2011
(73%)
85 Reviews
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Waterproof (10 m), shockproof (1.5 m) and coldproof (10°C), Responsive (autofocus, startup), Easy to use, GPS works faster than in most cameras (except in builtup areas)
Picture quality could be better, especially from 800 ISO upwards, Sound quality in video mode, Videos are underexposed when filmed indoors
The Nikon Coolpix AW100 is a compact water- and weather-proof snapper aimed at divers, hikers and outdoor types in general. However, the lens and sensitivity are slightly disappointing, which ultimately makes us prefer rivals like the Panasonic FT3. ...
Consider the Nikon AW100 if you're an outdoors type that can make use of the camera's rugged design. It's waterproof and shockproof, yet it doesn't really compromise when it comes to usability. It's picture quality is also clear and vibrant for the mos...
Abstract: The AW100 from Nikon is the latest rugged compact to hit the shelves and sports a slim and slender design thats only 23mm thick. With a back-illuminated 16Mp CMOS sensor producing 4608x3456 pixels and a 5x optical zoom equivalent to 28-140mm in ...
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Published: 2011-11-28, Author: Christopher , review by: reviewed.com
Abstract: Nikon's Coolpix AW100 is the company's response to a few excellent toughcams released this year, specifically the Sony TX10, Panasonic TS3, and the Pentax Optio WG-1. Nikon's model is distinguished by an integrated GPS transceiver, paired with detailed in...
Published: 2011-11-28, Author: Christopher , review by: reviewed.com
Abstract: 2011 has been a big year for rugged cameras and Nikon aims to best them all with its new Coolpix AW100. Depending on what kind of adventurer you are, Nikon may have succeeded. The Coolpix AW100 distinguishes itself with an integrated GPS transceiver and d...
Packed with features, Waterproof, shockproof, freezeproof, GPS geo-tagging and digital compass, Action control, 1080p movies and creative movie options
Relatively expensive, Choppy pictures at highest ISO settings, Fairly slow zoom, Plastic controls can feel cheap, Lack of manual controls
ForPacked with featuresWaterproof, shockproof, freezeproofGPS geo-tagging and digital compassAction control1080p movies and creative movie options...
Abstract: The is Nikon's first 'rugged' camera designed for those who lead an adventurous life and need a camera that will suitably do them proud. Waterproof to an impressive 10m the Nikon is truly waterproof, none of this 'splashproof' malarky, shockproof f...
This camera is easy to use and control, especially underwater
The image quality isn't up to par with other cameras in our comparison
The Nikon S33 underwater camera's shining quality is its simple functionality. It doesn't have complicated menus or rows of small buttons, so it's ideal for beginning photographers. Unfortunately, the photo quality is below average when compared to top pe...
Very nice allweather camera: waterproof, dustproof, dropproof, can shoot in freezing weather, 720p and 1080p HD video, and dedicated video button, Bright, highres antireflective 3.0inch wide viewingangle LCD, Good picture quality, Integrated GPS can be ve
Controls very small, Some buttons failed to function at depth, Feature set somewhat playful for a tough outdoor camera, Only one underwater still setting, no underwater video setting, No underwater manual white balance or adjustments, No optional deepwate
the Coolpix AW100 is a decent first attempt at a waterproof outdoor camera after a long absence from this niche. We'd like to see the camera simpler to operate, and the functions and controls better matched to the intended use...
Appealing design, Waterproof, shockproof and freezeproof, Large, textured shutter button, Very little geometric distortion, Close macro shooting, Accurate viewfinder, Fairly high resolution, Fast startup time, Full-autofocus shutter lag is fast, Good s...
Buttons are hard to press, Lens has soft corners that extend fairly far in toward center, both wide and telephoto, Lower contrast at telephoto (not unusual, though), Lens is a little dim (starts at f/3.9), Moderate chromatic aberration in some shots, F...
Overall, the Nikon AW100 worked well enough, but I really did have a tough time with the buttons. They're just too hard to press. I took a lot of shots with EV set inadvertently to underexpose (a whole outing, in fact, which has never happened before -...
