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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9300

Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
20
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S9300 front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
43
Overall
40

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9300 Key Specs

FujiFilm AV250
(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
Nikon S9300
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Nikon S9300

 AV250 S9300 

Reasons to pick Nikon S9300 over the FujiFilm AV250

 S9300 AV250 
LaunchedJuly 2012January 2011More modern by 18 months
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution921k230kCrisper screen (+691k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Nikon S9300

 AV250 S9300 
Manually focus No manual focus
Screen typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9300 size comparison

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

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9300 top view buttons comparison

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.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9300 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9300 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Portrait photography factors
Nikon S9300 Portrait photography factors
29
MP count good (16MP)
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
34
megapixel count good (16MP)
provides face detection autofocus
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Street photography factors
Nikon S9300 Street photography factors
48
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (215g)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Sports photography camera
Nikon S9300 as a Sports photography camera
30
MP count good (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking autofocus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (180 shots)
lack of phase detect autofocus
47
long zoom range (25-450mm 18.0 x zoom)
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
provides tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (200 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Travel photography information
Nikon S9300 Travel photography information
62
MP count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
fast max aperture (f)
no Timelapse mode
terrible battery life (180 CIPA)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (32mm)
66
lighter than average (215g)
megapixel count good (16MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
long reach (450mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
not so great battery life (200 per charge)
display is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Landscape photography info
Nikon S9300 Landscape photography info
32
fast max aperture (f)
MP count good (16MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (32mm)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
terrible battery life (180 CIPA)
no Timelapse mode
41
decently wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
not so great battery life (200 per charge)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Vlogging camera
Nikon S9300 as a Vlogging camera
25
fast max aperture (f)
wide angle not good (32mm)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external microphone socket
34
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average (215 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
doesn't have external mic support
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9300 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV250 and Nikon S9300
 FujiFilm FinePix AV250Nikon Coolpix S9300
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