Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Nikon AW100 and Fujifilm X30 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon AW100 has external dimensions of 110 x 65 x 23 mm (4.33 x 2.56 x 0.91″) and weighs 178 g (0.39 lb / 6.28 oz) (including batteries). Fujifilm X30 has external dimensions of 119 x 72 x 60 mm (4.69 x 2.83 x 2.36″) and weighs 423 g (0.93 lb / 14.92 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Nikon AW100 and the Fujifilm X30. Nikon AW100 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 9mm narrower, 7mm shorter and 37mm thinner than Fujifilm X30.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon AW100 and Fujifilm X30.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon AW100 is significantly lighter (245g ) than the Fujifilm X30 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the AW100, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the X30.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon AW100 and Fujifilm X30's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Fujifilm X30 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels whereas the Nikon AW100 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to X30.