FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony WX50

Here, we are analyzing the FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony WX50, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the AV200 (14MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AV200 was introduced 13 months earlier than the WX50 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the AV200 matches up vs the WX50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AV200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AV200 Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm AV200 provides physical dimensions 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 Sony WX50 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

See the FujiFilm AV200 vs Sony WX50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the AV200 against the WX50.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the AV200 and WX50 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the AV200 and WX50.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony WX50 to give greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older AV200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.