FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon AW120

Let's look closer at the FujiFilm AV250 and Nikon AW120, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the AW120 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was released 4 years before the AW120 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the AV250 grades against the AW120 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 & Nikon Coolpix AW120. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery & Nikon AW120 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AV250 has 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 Nikon AW120 has dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the AV250 versus the AW120.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AV250 and AW120 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the AV250 and AW120.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images though you should consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older AV250 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.