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FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS2

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
16
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix AV200 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
29
Overall
33

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs

FujiFilm AV200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Released January 2011
  • Additionally referred to as FinePix AV205
Panasonic TS2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
  • Introduced January 2010
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT2
  • Replaced the Panasonic TS1
  • Renewed by Panasonic TS3
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview

The following is a extended analysis of the FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the AV200 (14MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AV200 was manufactured 12 months after the TS2 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the AV200 matches up vs the TS2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV200 over the Panasonic TS2

 AV200 TS2 
IntroducedJanuary 2011January 2010Newer by 12 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the FujiFilm AV200

 TS2 AV200 

Common features in the FujiFilm AV200 and Panasonic TS2

 AV200 TS2 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither includes Touch friendly display

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison

If you're going to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm AV200 features external measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS2 has measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the AV200 versus the TS2.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS2 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AV200 and TS2 is 94 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS2 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the AV200 and TS2.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you can expect similar quality of files however you would want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern AV200 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS2 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm AV200
Portrait photography with Panasonic TS2
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
28
MP count good (14MP)
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Street photography info
Panasonic TS2 Street photography info
47
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
62
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Sports photography info
Panasonic TS2 Sports photography info
29
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
provides tracking autofocus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
bad battery life (180 CIPA)
lack of phase detect AF
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
weather proof
max shutter speed is low (1/1,300s)
max frames per second very slow (2.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm AV200
Travel photography with Panasonic TS2
56
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
built-in flash
missing Timelapse function
bad battery life (180 CIPA)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (32mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
67
weather proof
MP count good (14MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Landscape photography info
Panasonic TS2 Landscape photography info
28
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (32mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
bad battery life (180 shots)
missing Timelapse function
40
fairly wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
weather proof
no manual focus
cannot swap lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic TS2 Vlogging highlights
22
wide angle not the best (32mm)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external microphone port
28
fairly wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic socket
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV200 and Panasonic TS2
 FujiFilm FinePix AV200Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model FujiFilm FinePix AV200 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2
Also Known as FinePix AV205 Lumix DMC-FT2
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2011-01-05 2010-01-26
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Venus Engine HD II
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 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4288 x 3216 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points - 11
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 32-96mm (3.0x) 28-128mm (4.6x)
Largest aperture f/2.9-5.2 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8s 60s
Highest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/1300s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.50 m 5.10 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite
Mic port
Headphone port
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 lbs) 188 grams (0.41 lbs)
Physical dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9")
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 shots -
Form of battery AA -
Battery model 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $0 $350