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FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S8400W

Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
20
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix S8400W front
Portability
61
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S8400W Key Specs

FujiFilm AV250
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Additionally Known as FinePix AV255
Fujifilm S8400W
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1056mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
  • 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
  • Introduced March 2013
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S8400W Overview

Below, we are matching up the FujiFilm AV250 and Fujifilm S8400W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was brought out 3 years earlier than the Fujifilm S8400W which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm AV250 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the AV250 matches up versus the Fujifilm S8400W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Fujifilm S8400W

 AV250 Fujifilm S8400W 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8400W over the FujiFilm AV250

 Fujifilm S8400W AV250 
IntroducedMarch 2013January 2011More modern by 26 months
Manual focus More precise focusing
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Fujifilm S8400W

 AV250 Fujifilm S8400W 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither provides Touch friendly display

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S8400W Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm AV250 provides exterior measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Fujifilm S8400W has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm AV250 and Fujifilm S8400W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the AV250 and the Fujifilm S8400W.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S8400W size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AV250 and Fujifilm S8400W is 94 and 61 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S8400W top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S8400W Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the AV250 and Fujifilm S8400W.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images however you really should factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged AV250 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S8400W sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S8400W Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S8400W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Portrait photography info
Fujifilm S8400W Portrait photography info
29
decent MP (16MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
39
has manual focus
decent MP (16MP)
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Street photography factors
Fujifilm S8400W Street photography factors
48
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
41
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
more heavy than average in class (670g)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Sports photography info
Fujifilm S8400W Sports photography info
30
decent MP (16 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
max fps very slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery (180 per charge)
no phase detect AF
52
excellent zoom range (24-1056mm 44.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Travel photography info
Fujifilm S8400W Travel photography info
62
decent MP (16MP)
has built in flash
fast maximum aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse function
not so great battery (180 shots)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (32mm)
52
decent MP (16MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (24mm)
very long reach (1056mm)
lack of Timelapse function
more heavy than average in class (670 grams)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm S8400W as a Landscape photography camera
32
fast maximum aperture (f)
decent MP (16MP)
no manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (32mm)
small screen (2.7")
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
not so great battery (180 CIPA)
lack of Timelapse function
46
has manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Vlogging info
Fujifilm S8400W Vlogging info
25
fast maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not the best (32mm)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of microphone socket
24
rather wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f2.9)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
lack of external microphone support
more heavy than average in class (670g)
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Fujifilm S8400W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV250 and Fujifilm S8400W
 FujiFilm FinePix AV250Fujifilm FinePix S8400W
General Information
Company FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AV250 Fujifilm FinePix S8400W
Alternate name FinePix AV255 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2011-01-05 2013-03-22
Physical type Compact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Max resolution 4608 x 3440 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 12800
Max enhanced ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 64
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 32-96mm (3.0x) 24-1056mm (44.0x)
Max aperture - f/2.9-6.5
Macro focusing distance - 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 3"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 201 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage - 97%
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/1700 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 1.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 7.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168g (0.37 lb) 670g (1.48 lb)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 180 images 300 images
Form of battery AA AA
Battery ID - 4 x AA
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $160 $300