Canon SX260 HS vs FujiFilm AV250

Here, we are comparing the Canon SX260 HS and FujiFilm AV250, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and AV250 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was announced 18 months later than the AV250 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX260 HS grades vs the AV250 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & FujiFilm FinePix AV250. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & FujiFilm AV250 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX260 HS enjoys physical measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the FujiFilm AV250 has sizing of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SX260 HS versus the AV250.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and AV250 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX260 HS and AV250.

Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the FujiFilm AV250 to offer you extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX260 HS is going to have an edge in sensor technology.