FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony a5100

Below, we are comparing the FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony a5100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the AV200 (14MP) and a5100 (24MP) and the AV200 (1/2.3") and a5100 (APS-C) use different sensor dimensions.

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The AV200 was introduced 4 years earlier than the a5100 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm AV200 being a Compact camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the AV200 grades against the a5100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix AV200 and Sony Alpha a5100. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm AV200 Gallery and Sony a5100 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AV200 provides exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony a5100 has dimensions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony a5100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the AV200 versus the a5100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AV200 and a5100 is 94 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The picture below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the AV200 and a5100.

To sum up, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The AV200 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony a5100 will provide more detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged AV200 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.