FujiFilm AV200 vs Fujifilm Z1000EXR

Its time to take a deeper look at the FujiFilm AV200 versus Fujifilm Z1000EXR, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are offered by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the AV200 (14MP) and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) is very similar but the AV200 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The AV200 was released 12 months prior to the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the AV200 matches up vs the Fujifilm Z1000EXR with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix AV200 & Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AV200 Gallery & Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AV200 features exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm Z1000EXR has dimensions of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm AV200 versus Fujifilm Z1000EXR in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the AV200 compared to the Fujifilm Z1000EXR.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the AV200 and Fujifilm Z1000EXR is 94 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the AV200 and Fujifilm Z1000EXR.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The AV200 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR will offer you more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged AV200 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.