FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony S980
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94 Imaging
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony S980 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
- Revealed January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix AV205
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Released February 2009
FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony S980 Overview
Below is a extensive analysis of the FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the AV200 (14MP) and the S980 (12MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe AV200 was introduced 23 months later than the S980 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the AV200 scores vs the S980 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony S980 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix AV200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AV200 Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV200 over the Sony S980
AV200 | S980 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | February 2009 | More recent by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the FujiFilm AV200
S980 | AV200 | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focus |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV200 and Sony S980
AV200 | S980 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm AV200 features outer measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony S980 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony S980 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the AV200 vs the S980.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AV200 and S980 is 94 and 94 respectively.
FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the AV200 and S980.
As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the FujiFilm AV200 to result in extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger AV200 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony S980 Screen and ViewFinder
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony S980 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix AV200 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
Other name | FinePix AV205 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-5.2 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - |
Battery type | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
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 |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $0 | $300 |