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FujiFilm AV200 vs FujiFilm S2500HD

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
16
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix AV200 front
 
FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD front
Portability
78
Imaging
35
Features
30
Overall
33

FujiFilm AV200 vs FujiFilm S2500HD Key Specs

FujiFilm AV200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Additionally referred to as FinePix AV205
FujiFilm S2500HD
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
  • Released July 2010
  • Also referred to as FinePix S2600HD
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FujiFilm AV200 vs FujiFilm S2500HD Overview

On this page, we are comparing the FujiFilm AV200 versus FujiFilm S2500HD, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by FujiFilm. The resolution of the AV200 (14MP) and the S2500HD (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The AV200 was introduced 7 months after the S2500HD so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm AV200 being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the AV200 scores versus the S2500HD with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV200 over the FujiFilm S2500HD

 AV200 S2500HD 
ReleasedJanuary 2011July 2010Newer by 7 months

Reasons to pick FujiFilm S2500HD over the FujiFilm AV200

 S2500HD AV200 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm AV200 and FujiFilm S2500HD

 AV200 S2500HD 
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

FujiFilm AV200 vs FujiFilm S2500HD Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AV200 provides external dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the FujiFilm S2500HD has proportions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm AV200 versus FujiFilm S2500HD in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the AV200 versus the S2500HD.

FujiFilm AV200 vs FujiFilm S2500HD size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the AV200 and S2500HD is 94 and 78 respectively.

FujiFilm AV200 vs FujiFilm S2500HD top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs FujiFilm S2500HD Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the AV200 and S2500HD.

As you can see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the FujiFilm AV200 to give extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern AV200 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm AV200 vs FujiFilm S2500HD sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs FujiFilm S2500HD Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV200 vs FujiFilm S2500HD Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Portrait photography info
FujiFilm S2500HD Portrait photography info
28
MP count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
21
focusing manually not possible
cannot use external flash
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 as a Street photography camera
FujiFilm S2500HD as a Street photography camera
47
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
49
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Sports photography information
FujiFilm S2500HD Sports photography information
29
MP count decent (14MP)
comes with tracking autofocus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (180 CIPA)
lacks phase detect auto focus
34
long zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Travel photography info
FujiFilm S2500HD Travel photography info
56
MP count decent (14MP)
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse recording
bad battery pack (180 shots)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (32mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.9)
55
flash built-in
quite wide (28mm)
great zoom (504mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Landscape photography highlights
FujiFilm S2500HD Landscape photography highlights
28
MP count decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (32mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.9)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
bad battery pack (180 per charge)
lack of Timelapse recording
36
quite wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Vlogging advice
FujiFilm S2500HD Vlogging advice
22
wide angle not good (32mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.9)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external microphone port
25
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone socket
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FujiFilm AV200 vs FujiFilm S2500HD Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV200 and FujiFilm S2500HD
 FujiFilm FinePix AV200FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model FujiFilm FinePix AV200 FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD
Also Known as FinePix AV205 FinePix S2600HD
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2011-01-05 2010-07-06
Physical type Compact SLR-like (bridge)
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 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Highest boosted ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 32-96mm (3.0x) 28-504mm (18.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.9-5.2 f/3.1-5.6
Macro focus distance - 2cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder coverage - 99 percent
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.50 m 4.40 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
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 sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 grams (0.37 lb) 337 grams (0.74 lb)
Physical dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2")
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 photos -
Battery type AA -
Battery model 2 x AA 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $0 $200