FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S31
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S31 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-96mm (F) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Released January 2011
- Also Known as FinePix AV255
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.9" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F) lens
- 185g - 105 x 65 x 42mm
- Announced June 2013

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S31 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm AV250 versus Nikon S31, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the AV250 (16MP) and S31 (10MP) and the AV250 (1/2.3") and S31 (1/2.9") offer totally different sensor measurements.

The AV250 was released 3 years earlier than the S31 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the AV250 scores against the S31 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S31 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 and Nikon Coolpix S31. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery and Nikon S31 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Nikon S31
AV250 | S31 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S31 over the FujiFilm AV250
S31 | AV250 | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 29 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Nikon S31
AV250 | S31 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S31 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The FujiFilm AV250 comes with outer dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Nikon S31 has specifications of 105mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm AV250 versus Nikon S31 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the AV250 versus the S31.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AV250 and S31 is 94 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S31 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking specifications. The pic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the AV250 and S31.
To sum up, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The AV250 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the FujiFilm AV250 will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged AV250 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S31 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S31 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Nikon Coolpix S31 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Nikon Coolpix S31 |
Also called as | FinePix AV255 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.9" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.96 x 3.72mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 18.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.3 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) | 185 gr (0.41 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 105 x 65 x 42mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
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 photos | 260 photos |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD / SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $160 | $90 |