FujiFilm AV200 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS 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
- Launched January 2011
- Additionally referred to as FinePix AV205
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 206g - 101 x 65 x 26mm
- Revealed February 2012

FujiFilm AV200 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the FujiFilm AV200 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the AV200 (14MP) and the TG-820 iHS (12MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The AV200 was released 13 months earlier than the TG-820 iHS which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the AV200 matches up versus the TG-820 iHS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix AV200 & Olympus TG-820 iHS. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm AV200 Gallery & Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV200 over the Olympus TG-820 iHS
AV200 | TG-820 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-820 iHS over the FujiFilm AV200
TG-820 iHS | AV200 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 13 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1030k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+800k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV200 and Olympus TG-820 iHS
AV200 | TG-820 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm AV200 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm AV200 has outside measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Olympus TG-820 iHS has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm AV200 versus Olympus TG-820 iHS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the AV200 versus the TG-820 iHS.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the AV200 and TG-820 iHS is 94 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the AV200 and TG-820 iHS.
Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the FujiFilm AV200 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The older AV200 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AV200 vs Olympus TG-820 iHS Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV200 | Olympus TG-820 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix AV200 | Olympus TG-820 iHS |
Also Known as | FinePix AV205 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2012-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic VI |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 1,030 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | HyperCrystal III TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps)1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lb) | 206 grams (0.45 lb) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 101 x 65 x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 pictures | 220 pictures |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $500 |