FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony A200

Let's take a closer look at the FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony A200, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the AV200 (14MP) and A200 (10MP) and the AV200 (1/2.3") and A200 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The AV200 was released 2 years later than the A200 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm AV200 being a Compact camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the AV200 matches up vs the A200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AV200 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AV200 Gallery and Sony A200 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm AV200 features exterior 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) and the Sony A200 has specifications of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") and a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the AV200 versus the A200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AV200 and A200 is 94 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the AV200 and A200.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The AV200 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the FujiFilm AV200 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The newer AV200 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.