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FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony H50

Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
16
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix AV200 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 front
Portability
69
Imaging
31
Features
25
Overall
28

FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony H50 Key Specs

FujiFilm AV200
(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
  • Alternative Name is FinePix AV205
Sony H50
(Full Review)
  • 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
  • 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
  • Revealed January 2009
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony H50 Overview

In this article, we are evaluating the FujiFilm AV200 versus Sony H50, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the AV200 (14MP) and H50 (9MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AV200 was brought out 24 months later than the H50 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the AV200 scores against the H50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV200 over the Sony H50

 AV200 H50 
RevealedJanuary 2011January 2009Fresher by 24 months

Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the FujiFilm AV200

 H50 AV200 
Focus manually Dial accurate focusing
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm AV200 and Sony H50

 AV200 H50 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch display Absent Touch display

FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AV200 has outer measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony H50 has dimensions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") with a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the AV200 versus the H50.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony H50 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the AV200 and H50 is 94 and 69 respectively.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony H50 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison

Generally, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the AV200 and H50.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the FujiFilm AV200 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger AV200 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony H50 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony H50 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony H50 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Portrait photography information
Sony H50 Portrait photography information
28
MP count decent (14MP)
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
26
has manual focus
external flash not possible
MP count low (9 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Street photography highlights
Sony H50 Street photography highlights
47
fixed screen
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
43
has image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
more heavy than competition (547 grams)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Sports photography advice
Sony H50 Sports photography advice
29
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
low battery life (180 shots)
lack of phase detect AF
32
amazing zoom range (31-465mm 15.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second low (2.0 frames per second)
MP count low (9 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Travel photography factors
Sony H50 Travel photography factors
56
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
missing Timelapse function
low battery life (180 shots)
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (32mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
43
built-in flash
long zoom (465mm)
no Timelapse function
more heavy than competition (547 grams)
MP count low (9MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (31mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Landscape photography information
Sony H50 Landscape photography information
27
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (32mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
low battery life (180 per charge)
missing Timelapse function
34
has manual focus
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (31mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
MP count low (9 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
no Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Vlogging info
Sony H50 Vlogging info
22
wide angle not the best (32mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.9)
does not have selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external microphone port
19
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (31mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.7)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video quality not great (640 x 480 pxls)
no external microphone port
more heavy than competition (547 grams)
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony H50 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV200 and Sony H50
 FujiFilm FinePix AV200Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sony
Model FujiFilm FinePix AV200 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50
Also referred to as FinePix AV205 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2011-01-05 2009-01-15
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 9 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 3456 x 2592
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 32-96mm (3.0x) 31-465mm (15.0x)
Max aperture f/2.9-5.2 f/2.7-4.5
Macro focus distance - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 3"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.50 m 9.10 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps
Highest video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168g (0.37 lbs) 547g (1.21 lbs)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4")
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 -
Battery form AA -
Battery model 2 x AA NP-BG1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Cost at launch $0 $80