FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon L21
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon L21 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-96mm (F) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Additionally Known as FinePix AV255
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Released February 2010

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon L21 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the FujiFilm AV250 versus Nikon L21, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the AV250 (16MP) and L21 (8MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The AV250 was released 12 months later than the L21 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the AV250 scores against the L21 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon L21 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 and Nikon Coolpix L21. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery and Nikon L21 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Nikon L21
AV250 | L21 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 12 months |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the FujiFilm AV250
L21 | AV250 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Nikon L21
AV250 | L21 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon L21 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AV250 has external measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Nikon L21 has dimensions of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm AV250 versus Nikon L21 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the AV250 compared to the L21.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the AV250 and L21 is 94 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon L21 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The graphic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the AV250 and L21.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the FujiFilm AV250 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher AV250 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon L21 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon L21 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Nikon Coolpix L21 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Nikon Coolpix L21 |
Also referred to as | FinePix AV255 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2010-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 8 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 pounds) | 169 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" 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 photographs | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $160 | $180 |