Canon SX160 IS vs FujiFilm AV250
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Canon SX160 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 291g - 111 x 73 x 44mm
- Released June 2013
- Succeeded the Canon SX150 IS
- Updated by Canon SX170 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-96mm (F) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Released January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix AV255

Canon SX160 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Overview
The following is a detailed analysis of the Canon SX160 IS and FujiFilm AV250, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the SX160 IS (16MP) and the AV250 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX160 IS was unveiled 2 years after the AV250 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SX160 IS matches up against the AV250 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX160 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and FujiFilm FinePix AV250. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and FujiFilm AV250 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX160 IS over the FujiFilm AV250
SX160 IS | AV250 | |||
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Released | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 30 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Canon SX160 IS
AV250 | SX160 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX160 IS and FujiFilm AV250
SX160 IS | AV250 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Canon SX160 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX160 IS features physical dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 291 grams (0.64 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).
Take a look at the Canon SX160 IS and FujiFilm AV250 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX160 IS versus the AV250.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX160 IS and AV250 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Canon SX160 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SX160 IS and AV250.
Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX160 IS provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX160 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX160 IS vs FujiFilm AV250 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 |
Otherwise known as | - | FinePix AV255 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-06-21 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3440 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 32-96mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/1400 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 291 gr (0.64 pounds) | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 73 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 shots | 180 shots |
Style of battery | AA | AA |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $199 | $160 |