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FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S3500

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
16
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix AV200 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S3500 front
Portability
95
Imaging
44
Features
25
Overall
36

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S3500 Key Specs

FujiFilm AV200
(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
  • Launched January 2011
  • Additionally Known as FinePix AV205
Nikon S3500
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-182mm (F3.4-6.4) lens
  • 129g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
  • Revealed February 2013
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S3500 Overview

The following is a in-depth review of the FujiFilm AV200 and Nikon S3500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the AV200 (14MP) and S3500 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AV200 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the S3500 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the AV200 matches up against the S3500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV200 over the Nikon S3500

 AV200 S3500 

Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the FujiFilm AV200

 S3500 AV200 
RevealedFebruary 2013January 2011Newer by 25 months

Common features in the FujiFilm AV200 and Nikon S3500

 AV200 S3500 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display size
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither includes Touch friendly display

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S3500 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm AV200 features outside measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Nikon S3500 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm AV200 and Nikon S3500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the AV200 versus the S3500.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S3500 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AV200 and S3500 is 94 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S3500 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S3500 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The picture below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the AV200 and S3500.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S3500 to render greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged AV200 will be behind in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S3500 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S3500 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S3500 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm AV200
Portrait photography with Nikon S3500
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MP count good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
33
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm AV200
Street photography with Nikon S3500
47
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
64
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (129g)
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon S3500 as a Sports photography camera
29
MP count good (14MP)
has tracking autofocus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery (180 shots)
lack of phase detect AF
42
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Travel photography advice
Nikon S3500 Travel photography advice
56
MP count good (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
missing Timelapse mode
not so great battery (180 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (32mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
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lighter than others in class (129g)
good megapixels (20MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
missing Timelapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.4)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Landscape photography details
Nikon S3500 Landscape photography details
28
MP count good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (32mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
small screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
not so great battery (180 per charge)
missing Timelapse mode
40
fairly wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (20MP)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.4)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon S3500 as a Vlogging camera
22
wide angle not the best (32mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone jack
31
fairly wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (129 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.4)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external microphone socket
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S3500 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV200 and Nikon S3500
 FujiFilm FinePix AV200Nikon Coolpix S3500
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AV200 Nikon Coolpix S3500
Otherwise known as FinePix AV205 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-01-05 2013-02-21
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 5152 x 3864
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 32-96mm (3.0x) 26-182mm (7.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.9-5.2 f/3.4-6.4
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor TFT-LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 4 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG -
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
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 gr (0.37 pounds) 129 gr (0.28 pounds)
Physical dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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 shots -
Battery type AA -
Battery ID 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC -
Card slots 1 1
Retail pricing $0 $85