Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Nikon AW100 and Nikon S9300 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). Nikon S9300 has external dimensions of 109 x 62 x 31 mm (4.29 x 2.44 x 1.22″) and weighs 215 g (0.47 lb / 7.58 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon AW100 and Nikon S9300. Nikon S9300 is 1mm narrower and 3mm shorter than Nikon AW100 but it is also 8mm thicker.
Comparison image of Nikon AW100 and Nikon S9300 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon AW100 and Nikon S9300.
Top View Comparison image of Nikon AW100 and Nikon S9300 Size
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 (37g ) than the Nikon S9300 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather sealed body of AW100, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to S9300.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon AW100 and Nikon S9300's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3.00".
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.