FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon 1 J2
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon 1 J2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix AV205
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 238g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
- Released August 2012
- Previous Model is Nikon 1 J1
- Replacement is Nikon 1 J3

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon 1 J2 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the FujiFilm AV200 versus Nikon 1 J2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the AV200 (14MP) and 1 J2 (10MP) and the AV200 (1/2.3") and 1 J2 (1") possess totally different sensor size.

The AV200 was introduced 19 months earlier than the 1 J2 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm AV200 being a Compact camera and the Nikon 1 J2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the AV200 matches up vs the 1 J2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon 1 J2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix AV200 and Nikon 1 J2. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm AV200 Gallery and Nikon 1 J2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV200 over the Nikon 1 J2
AV200 | 1 J2 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J2 over the FujiFilm AV200
1 J2 | AV200 | |||
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Released | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 19 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV200 and Nikon 1 J2
AV200 | 1 J2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon 1 J2 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm AV200 features external 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) and the Nikon 1 J2 has sizing of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm AV200 versus Nikon 1 J2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the AV200 and the 1 J2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the AV200 and 1 J2 is 94 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon 1 J2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the AV200 and 1 J2.
As you can tell, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The AV200 having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the FujiFilm AV200 will render greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged AV200 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

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FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon 1 J2 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV200 | Nikon 1 J2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix AV200 | Nikon 1 J2 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix AV205 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2012-08-09 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed 3 |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 135 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Nikon 1 |
Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 13 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/4000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/60s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 pounds) | 238g (0.52 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 363 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 shots | 230 shots |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL20 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $0 | $550 |