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Canon SD4000 IS vs FujiFilm AV250

Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
30
Overall
31
Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS front
 
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 front
Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
20
Overall
30

Canon SD4000 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Key Specs

Canon SD4000 IS
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-105mm (F2.0-5.3) lens
  • 175g - 100 x 54 x 23mm
  • Launched August 2010
  • Also referred to as IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S
FujiFilm AV250
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Announced January 2011
  • Other Name is FinePix AV255
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Canon SD4000 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Overview

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SD4000 IS versus FujiFilm AV250, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and AV250 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD4000 IS was introduced 5 months earlier than the AV250 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the SD4000 IS grades versus the AV250 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Canon SD4000 IS over the FujiFilm AV250

 SD4000 IS AV250 
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Canon SD4000 IS

 AV250 SD4000 IS 

Common features in the Canon SD4000 IS and FujiFilm AV250

 SD4000 IS AV250 
AnnouncedAugust 2010January 2011Similar generation
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Canon SD4000 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD4000 IS enjoys outside measurements of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the FujiFilm AV250 has dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SD4000 IS versus FujiFilm AV250 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the SD4000 IS versus the AV250.

Canon SD4000 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD4000 IS and AV250 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Canon SD4000 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 top view buttons comparison

Canon SD4000 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SD4000 IS and AV250.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the FujiFilm AV250 to give extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively.

Canon SD4000 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 sensor size comparison

Canon SD4000 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SD4000 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SD4000 IS as a Portrait photography camera
FujiFilm AV250 as a Portrait photography camera
19
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
29
good MP (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon SD4000 IS as a Street photography camera
FujiFilm AV250 as a Street photography camera
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
48
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Canon SD4000 IS as a Sports photography camera
FujiFilm AV250 as a Sports photography camera
26
has image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (4.0 frames per second)
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
30
good MP (16 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
low fps (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
bad battery (180 per charge)
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon SD4000 IS
Travel photography with FujiFilm AV250
64
built-in flash
rather wide (28mm)
good max aperture (f2.0)
missing Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
62
good MP (16MP)
built-in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse function
bad battery (180 CIPA)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (32mm)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Canon SD4000 IS
Landscape photography with FujiFilm AV250
40
rather wide (28mm)
good max aperture (f2.0)
nice screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
no manual exposure
sensor resolution low (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
32
good maximum aperture (f)
good MP (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (32mm)
screen is small (2.7")
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
bad battery (180 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SD4000 IS Vlogging details
FujiFilm AV250 Vlogging details
32
rather wide (28mm)
good max aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic jack
25
good maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not great (32mm)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone jack
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Canon SD4000 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD4000 IS and FujiFilm AV250
 Canon PowerShot SD4000 ISFujiFilm FinePix AV250
General Information
Company Canon FujiFilm
Model Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS FujiFilm FinePix AV250
Otherwise known as IXUS 300 HS / IXY 30S FinePix AV255
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2010-08-02 2011-01-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Digic 4 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 4608 x 3440
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Maximum boosted ISO - 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-105mm (3.8x) 32-96mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.0-5.3 -
Macro focus range 3cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 2.7"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech - TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 secs 8 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2500 secs 1/1400 secs
Continuous shooting speed 4.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 6.00 m 3.50 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected 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 175g (0.39 lb) 168g (0.37 lb)
Dimensions 100 x 54 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") 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 pictures
Battery format - AA
Battery model NB-6L -
Self timer Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC SD/SDHC
Storage slots Single Single
Retail price $300 $160