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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S6300

Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
20
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S6300 front
Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
35
Overall
36

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S6300 Key Specs

FujiFilm AV250
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Announced January 2011
  • Also Known as FinePix AV255
Nikon S6300
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 160g - 94 x 58 x 26mm
  • Launched February 2012
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S6300 Overview

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the FujiFilm AV250 and Nikon S6300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the S6300 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was revealed 13 months prior to the S6300 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the AV250 matches up versus the S6300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Nikon S6300

 AV250 S6300 

Reasons to pick Nikon S6300 over the FujiFilm AV250

 S6300 AV250 
LaunchedFebruary 2012January 2011More recent by 13 months

Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Nikon S6300

 AV250 S6300 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display measurement
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S6300 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm AV250 enjoys external dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Nikon S6300 has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the AV250 vs the S6300.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S6300 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the AV250 and S6300 is 94 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S6300 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S6300 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the AV250 and S6300.

To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photos although you need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The older AV250 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S6300 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S6300 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S6300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Portrait photography information
Nikon S6300 Portrait photography information
29
decent MP (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
34
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
includes face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Street photography features
Nikon S6300 Street photography features
48
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
57
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm AV250
Sports photography with Nikon S6300
30
decent MP (16MP)
features tracking focus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (180 per charge)
does not have phase detect autofocus
44
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16MP)
includes tracking focus
slow frames per second (6.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm AV250
Travel photography with Nikon S6300
62
decent MP (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
fast maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
not so great battery pack (180 shots)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (32mm)
68
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
long reach (250mm)
no Time Lapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Landscape photography advice
Nikon S6300 Landscape photography advice
32
fast maximum aperture (f)
decent MP (16MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (32mm)
small screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
not so great battery pack (180 CIPA)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
38
pretty wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Vlogging features
Nikon S6300 Vlogging features
25
fast maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not the best (32mm)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone socket
34
pretty wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detect autofocus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
no mic jack
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S6300 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV250 and Nikon S6300
 FujiFilm FinePix AV250Nikon Coolpix S6300
General Information
Make FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AV250 Nikon Coolpix S6300
Also called as FinePix AV255 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2011-01-05 2012-02-01
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3440 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max enhanced ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 32-96mm (3.0x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Largest aperture - f/3.2-5.8
Macro focusing distance - 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.50 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168g (0.37 pounds) 160g (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 94 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0")
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 pictures 230 pictures
Style of battery AA Battery Pack
Battery ID - EN-EL12
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $160 $200