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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon AW130

Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
20
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 front
 
Nikon Coolpix AW130 front
Portability
91
Imaging
40
Features
44
Overall
41

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon AW130 Key Specs

FujiFilm AV250
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Additionally Known as FinePix AV255
Nikon AW130
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.8-4.9) lens
  • 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
  • Introduced February 2015
  • Replaced the Nikon AW120
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon AW130 Overview

Lets look a little more closely at the FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon AW130, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the AW130 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the AW130 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the AV250 scores vs the AW130 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Nikon AW130

 AV250 AW130 

Reasons to pick Nikon AW130 over the FujiFilm AV250

 AW130 AV250 
IntroducedFebruary 2015January 2011Fresher by 49 months
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution921k230kClearer display (+691k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Nikon AW130

 AV250 AW130 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch display Neither has Touch display

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon AW130 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm AV250 has outside 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) whilst the Nikon AW130 has measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon AW130 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the AV250 compared to the AW130.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon AW130 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AV250 and AW130 is 94 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon AW130 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon AW130 Sensor Comparison

Typically, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the AV250 and AW130.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images however you should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older AV250 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon AW130 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon AW130 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon AW130 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm AV250
Portrait photography with Nikon AW130
30
good resolution (16MP)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
35
decent MP (16MP)
features face detection autofocus
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Street photography info
Nikon AW130 Street photography info
48
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm AV250
Sports photography with Nikon AW130
30
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400 seconds)
max fps low (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (180 per charge)
no phase detect AF
51
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
features tracking autofocus
weather proof
great battery (370 per charge)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon AW130 as a Travel photography camera
62
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse function
terrible battery power (180 per charge)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
72
great battery (370 per charge)
weather proof
decent MP (16MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (24mm)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Landscape photography factors
Nikon AW130 Landscape photography factors
33
very good maximum aperture (f)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW support
terrible battery power (180 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse function
50
rather wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
weather proof
great battery (370 per charge)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
manual exposure not possible
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon AW130 as a Vlogging camera
26
very good maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone port
33
rather wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have external microphone support
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon AW130 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV250 and Nikon AW130
 FujiFilm FinePix AV250Nikon Coolpix AW130
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AV250 Nikon Coolpix AW130
Also Known as FinePix AV255 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Revealed 2011-01-05 2015-02-10
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3440 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 125
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 32-96mm (3.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture - f/2.8-4.9
Macro focusing distance - 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 3"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s 7.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 5.20 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60i ,50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, 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 BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168g (0.37 lbs) 221g (0.49 lbs)
Physical dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 pictures 370 pictures
Battery style AA Battery Pack
Battery ID - EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $160 $398