Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm AV250
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![Canon PowerShot SX230 HS front Canon PowerShot SX230 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS/Canon-SX230-HS-front.jpg)
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Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm AV250 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 223g - 106 x 62 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Succeeded the Canon SX210 IS
- Replacement is Canon SX240 HS
(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
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix AV255
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Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm AV250 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Canon SX230 HS versus FujiFilm AV250, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the SX230 HS (12MP) and AV250 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The SX230 HS was unveiled 7 months later than the AV250 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the SX230 HS grades versus the AV250 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm AV250 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and FujiFilm FinePix AV250. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX230 HS Gallery and FujiFilm AV250 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the FujiFilm AV250
SX230 HS | AV250 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 7 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Canon SX230 HS
AV250 | SX230 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX230 HS and FujiFilm AV250
SX230 HS | AV250 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm AV250 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX230 HS enjoys outside dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the FujiFilm AV250 has proportions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Canon SX230 HS versus FujiFilm AV250 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX230 HS compared to the AV250.
![Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm AV250 size comparison Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm AV250 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-FujiFilm-FinePix-AV250-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX230 HS and AV250 is 91 and 94 respectively.
![Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm AV250 top view buttons comparison Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm AV250 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-FujiFilm-FinePix-AV250-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm AV250 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX230 HS and AV250.
Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the FujiFilm AV250 to produce greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The younger SX230 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
![Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm AV250 sensor size comparison Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm AV250 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-FujiFilm-FinePix-AV250-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm AV250 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm AV250 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm AV250 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX230-HS-vs-FujiFilm-FinePix-AV250-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon SX230 HS vs FujiFilm AV250 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 |
Otherwise known as | - | FinePix AV255 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3440 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 32-96mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 223g (0.49 lb) | 168g (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" 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 | 210 images | 180 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-5L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $399 | $160 |