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FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm JX550

Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
20
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix JX550 front
Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm JX550 Key Specs

FujiFilm AV250
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Announced January 2011
  • Alternative Name is FinePix AV255
Fujifilm JX550
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
  • 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Introduced January 2012
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm JX550 Overview

Below, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm AV250 versus Fujifilm JX550, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are built by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was announced 12 months prior to the Fujifilm JX550 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the AV250 grades versus the Fujifilm JX550 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Fujifilm JX550

 AV250 Fujifilm JX550 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the FujiFilm AV250

 Fujifilm JX550 AV250 
IntroducedJanuary 2012January 2011More recent by 12 months

Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Fujifilm JX550

 AV250 Fujifilm JX550 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm JX550 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm AV250 enjoys physical dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Fujifilm JX550 has sizing of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the AV250 vs the Fujifilm JX550.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm JX550 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the AV250 and Fujifilm JX550 is 94 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm JX550 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm JX550 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through specifications. The visual below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the AV250 and Fujifilm JX550.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of images but you should always consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older AV250 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm JX550 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm JX550 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm JX550 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Portrait photography details
Fujifilm JX550 Portrait photography details
30
MP count decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
30
MP count good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm AV250
Street photography with Fujifilm JX550
48
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
56
lighter than competitors in class (113g)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm AV250
Sports photography with Fujifilm JX550
30
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery (180 CIPA)
does not have phase detect autofocus
32
MP count good (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm AV250
Travel photography with Fujifilm JX550
62
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
great max aperture (f)
no Timelapse recording
bad battery (180 per charge)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (32mm)
68
lighter than competitors in class (113 grams)
MP count good (16MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (26mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
does not have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm AV250
Landscape photography with Fujifilm JX550
33
great max aperture (f)
MP count decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (32mm)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
bad battery (180 shots)
no Timelapse recording
34
fairly wide (26mm)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
no manual control
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm AV250
Vlogging with Fujifilm JX550
26
great max aperture (f)
wide angle not the best (32mm)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone support
28
fairly wide (26mm)
lighter than competitors in class (113 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not have selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic port
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm JX550 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV250 and Fujifilm JX550
 FujiFilm FinePix AV250Fujifilm FinePix JX550
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model FujiFilm FinePix AV250 Fujifilm FinePix JX550
Alternate name FinePix AV255 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2011-01-05 2012-01-05
Body design 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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3440 4608 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 32-96mm (3.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture - f/3.5-6.3
Macro focus range - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/1400 secs
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.50 m 4.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 gr (0.37 pounds) 113 gr (0.25 pounds)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" 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 photographs -
Battery form AA -
Battery model - NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $160 $200