FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9300
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9300 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
- Announced January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix AV255
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 215g - 109 x 62 x 31mm
- Launched July 2012
- Succeeded the Nikon S9100
- Updated by Nikon S9500

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9300 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the FujiFilm AV250 versus Nikon S9300, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the S9300 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The AV250 was brought out 18 months earlier than the S9300 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the AV250 grades against the S9300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9300 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 and Nikon Coolpix S9300. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery and Nikon S9300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Nikon S9300
AV250 | S9300 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S9300 over the FujiFilm AV250
S9300 | AV250 | |||
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Launched | July 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 18 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Nikon S9300
AV250 | S9300 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9300 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm AV250 enjoys outer dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Nikon S9300 has measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm AV250 versus Nikon S9300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the AV250 and the S9300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AV250 and S9300 is 94 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9300 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The pic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the AV250 and S9300.
To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images however you need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged AV250 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9300 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Nikon Coolpix S9300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Nikon Coolpix S9300 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix AV255 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-07-16 |
Physical type | 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 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 4cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 6.9fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 pounds) | 215g (0.47 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 109 x 62 x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
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 photographs | 200 photographs |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $160 | $249 |