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FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S4200

Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
20
Overall
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FujiFilm FinePix AV250 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix S4200 front
Portability
67
Imaging
37
Features
37
Overall
37

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S4200 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
  • Also referred to as FinePix AV255
Fujifilm S4200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 543g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
  • Announced January 2012
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S4200 Overview

On this page, we are matching up the FujiFilm AV250 versus Fujifilm S4200, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was introduced 12 months earlier than the Fujifilm S4200 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm AV250 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S4200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the AV250 grades vs the Fujifilm S4200 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Fujifilm S4200

 AV250 Fujifilm S4200 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4200 over the FujiFilm AV250

 Fujifilm S4200 AV250 
AnnouncedJanuary 2012January 2011Newer by 12 months
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Fujifilm S4200

 AV250 Fujifilm S4200 
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither has Touch friendly display

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S4200 Physical Comparison

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm AV250 has exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Fujifilm S4200 has specifications of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm AV250 versus Fujifilm S4200 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the AV250 versus the Fujifilm S4200.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S4200 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AV250 and Fujifilm S4200 is 94 and 67 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S4200 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S4200 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The image below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the AV250 and Fujifilm S4200.

All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the FujiFilm AV250 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged AV250 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S4200 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S4200 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S4200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Portrait photography factors
Fujifilm S4200 Portrait photography factors
30
good megapixels (16MP)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
35
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
includes face detection autofocus
manual focus not available
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Street photography info
Fujifilm S4200 Street photography info
48
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
43
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
heavier than average in class (543g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm AV250
Sports photography with Fujifilm S4200
30
good megapixels (16MP)
comes with tracking focus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400 seconds)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
bad battery (180 shots)
does not have phase detect autofocus
47
excellent zoom range (24-576mm 24.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (14MP)
includes tracking autofocus
low frames per second (1.0 fps)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Travel photography information
Fujifilm S4200 Travel photography information
62
good megapixels (16MP)
built-in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
no Timelapse function
bad battery (180 CIPA)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (32mm)
54
good megapixels (14MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (24mm)
great zoom (576mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
heavier than average in class (543 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm S4200 as a Landscape photography camera
33
very good maximum aperture (f)
good megapixels (16MP)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (32mm)
screen is small (2.7")
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
bad battery (180 shots)
no Timelapse function
41
decently wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
good megapixels (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Vlogging info
Fujifilm S4200 Vlogging info
26
very good maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not the best (32mm)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone port
24
decently wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detection autofocus
slow max aperture (f3.1)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external mic port
heavier than average in class (543 grams)
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S4200 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV250 and Fujifilm S4200
 FujiFilm FinePix AV250Fujifilm FinePix S4200
General Information
Brand FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model FujiFilm FinePix AV250 Fujifilm FinePix S4200
Also referred to as FinePix AV255 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Announced 2011-01-05 2012-01-05
Body design Compact SLR-like (bridge)
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 16MP 14MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3440 4288 x 3216
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max enhanced ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 64
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
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) 24-576mm (24.0x)
Largest aperture - f/3.1-5.9
Macro focus range - 2cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 3"
Resolution of display 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder coverage - 97%
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.50 m 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB 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)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264, 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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 grams (0.37 lbs) 543 grams (1.20 lbs)
Physical dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9")
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 300 shots
Battery form AA AA
Battery model - 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Retail price $160 $200