Canon A2100 IS vs FujiFilm AV250
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34 Features
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94 Imaging
38 Features
20 Overall
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Canon A2100 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-216mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 185g - 102 x 64 x 32mm
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-96mm (F) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Announced January 2011
- Additionally Known as FinePix AV255

Canon A2100 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Overview
Below is a in depth analysis of the Canon A2100 IS and FujiFilm AV250, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the A2100 IS (12MP) and AV250 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The A2100 IS was revealed 22 months prior to the AV250 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the A2100 IS grades versus the AV250 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A2100 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS & FujiFilm FinePix AV250. The full galleries are provided at Canon A2100 IS Gallery & FujiFilm AV250 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the FujiFilm AV250
A2100 IS | AV250 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Canon A2100 IS
AV250 | A2100 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 22 months |
Common features in the Canon A2100 IS and FujiFilm AV250
A2100 IS | AV250 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Canon A2100 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2100 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm AV250 has dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Canon A2100 IS and FujiFilm AV250 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the A2100 IS versus the AV250.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2100 IS and AV250 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Canon A2100 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A2100 IS and AV250.
Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the FujiFilm AV250 to provide greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The older A2100 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Canon A2100 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2100 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 |
Also referred to as | - | FinePix AV255 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-18 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3440 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-216mm (6.0x) | 32-96mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 185 gr (0.41 lb) | 168 gr (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 180 shots |
Battery format | - | AA |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $220 | $160 |