FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm A170

Here is a in depth review of the FujiFilm AV250 versus Fujifilm A170, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are created by FujiFilm. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the AV250 (16MP) and Fujifilm A170 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was revealed 18 months later than the Fujifilm A170 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the AV250 grades against the Fujifilm A170 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 and Fujifilm FinePix A170. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery and Fujifilm A170 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm AV250 has exterior measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Fujifilm A170 has sizing of 93mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm AV250 versus Fujifilm A170 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the AV250 vs the Fujifilm A170.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the AV250 and Fujifilm A170 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The photograph below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the AV250 and Fujifilm A170.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the FujiFilm AV250 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher AV250 will have an advantage in sensor technology.