FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon L21
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon L21 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Announced January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix AV205
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Launched February 2010

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon L21 Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the FujiFilm AV200 versus Nikon L21, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the AV200 (14MP) and L21 (8MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The AV200 was launched 12 months later than the L21 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the AV200 scores vs the L21 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon L21 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix AV200 and Nikon Coolpix L21. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AV200 Gallery and Nikon L21 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV200 over the Nikon L21
AV200 | L21 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the FujiFilm AV200
L21 | AV200 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm AV200 and Nikon L21
AV200 | L21 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon L21 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AV200 enjoys physical measurements 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 Nikon L21 has proportions of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the FujiFilm AV200 versus Nikon L21 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the AV200 and the L21.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the AV200 and L21 is 94 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon L21 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The photograph here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the AV200 and L21.
All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the FujiFilm AV200 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent AV200 provides an advantage in sensor technology.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon L21 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon L21 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV200 | Nikon Coolpix L21 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AV200 | Nikon Coolpix L21 |
Also called as | FinePix AV205 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2010-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 8MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
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 type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lb) | 169 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photos | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $0 | $180 |