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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S100

Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
20
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S100 front
Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
40
Overall
39

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S100 Key Specs

FujiFilm AV250
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Launched January 2011
  • Additionally Known as FinePix AV255
Nikon S100
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.9-4.8) lens
  • 175g - 99 x 65 x 18mm
  • Introduced August 2011
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S100 Overview

In this article, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the S100 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was brought out 7 months earlier than the S100 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the AV250 grades vs the S100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Nikon S100

 AV250 S100 

Reasons to pick Nikon S100 over the FujiFilm AV250

 S100 AV250 
IntroducedAugust 2011January 2011Newer by 7 months
Manually focus Very exact focusing
Screen sizing3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Screen resolution820k230kSharper screen (+590k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Nikon S100

 AV250 S100 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S100 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm AV250 offers external measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Nikon S100 has sizing of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the AV250 compared to the S100.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S100 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the AV250 and S100 is 94 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S100 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S100 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The pic below might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the AV250 and S100.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you will need to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged AV250 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S100 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S100 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Portrait photography features
Nikon S100 Portrait photography features
30
good MP (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
40
has manual focus
decent MP (16 megapixels)
provides face detect focusing
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Street photography advice
Nikon S100 Street photography advice
48
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus via touch
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Sports photography information
Nikon S100 Sports photography information
30
good MP (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (180 CIPA)
does not have phase detect AF
38
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
provides tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (6.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery life (150 shots)
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Travel photography camera
Nikon S100 as a Travel photography camera
62
good MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
great maximum aperture (f)
missing Time Lapse mode
not so great battery pack (180 CIPA)
does not have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
65
includes focus via touch
decent MP (16MP)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse function
bad battery life (150 CIPA)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Landscape photography factors
Nikon S100 Landscape photography factors
33
great maximum aperture (f)
good MP (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
not so great battery pack (180 shots)
missing Time Lapse mode
45
has manual focus
really wide (28mm)
screen larger than average (3.5 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual exposure not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
bad battery life (150 shots)
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm AV250
Vlogging with Nikon S100
26
great maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
does not have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external mic support
35
really wide (28mm)
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
no mic socket
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV250 and Nikon S100
 FujiFilm FinePix AV250Nikon Coolpix S100
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AV250 Nikon Coolpix S100
Alternative name FinePix AV255 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-01-05 2011-08-24
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Expeed C2
Sensor type CCD CMOS
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 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3440 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 32-96mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.9-4.8
Macro focusing distance - 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 3.5 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dots 820k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor Organic LED monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 4s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 1.0fps 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance 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, 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, 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 gr (0.37 pounds) 175 gr (0.39 pounds)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 99 x 65 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7")
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 shots 150 shots
Type of battery AA Battery Pack
Battery ID - EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Launch price $160 $240