FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S3500
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S3500 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
- Launched January 2011
- Additionally Known as FinePix AV205
(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

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").

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.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S3500 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AV200 and Nikon Coolpix S3500. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm AV200 Gallery and Nikon S3500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV200 over the Nikon S3500
AV200 | S3500 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the FujiFilm AV200
S3500 | AV200 | |||
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Revealed | February 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 25 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV200 and Nikon S3500
AV200 | S3500 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact 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.
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.

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

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 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AV200 vs Nikon S3500 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV200 | Nikon Coolpix S3500 | |
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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 |