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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9900

Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
20
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S9900 front
Portability
88
Imaging
40
Features
60
Overall
48

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9900 Key Specs

FujiFilm AV250
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Alternative Name is FinePix AV255
Nikon S9900
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
  • 289g - 112 x 66 x 40mm
  • Revealed February 2015
  • Superseded the Nikon S9700
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9900 Overview

In this write-up, we will be comparing the FujiFilm AV250 versus Nikon S9900, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the S9900 (16MP) is pretty similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the S9900 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the AV250 scores versus the S9900 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Nikon S9900

 AV250 S9900 

Reasons to pick Nikon S9900 over the FujiFilm AV250

 S9900 AV250 
RevealedFebruary 2015January 2011Fresher by 49 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution921k230kCrisper screen (+691k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Nikon S9900

 AV250 S9900 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9900 Physical Comparison

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AV250 has got external measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Nikon S9900 has proportions of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the AV250 versus the S9900.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9900 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AV250 and S9900 is 94 and 88 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9900 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9900 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the AV250 and S9900.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you may want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The older AV250 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9900 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9900 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Portrait photography camera
Nikon S9900 as a Portrait photography camera
30
MP count good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
37
MP count good (16 megapixels)
features face detection focusing
manual focus not available
no external flash support
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Street photography factors
Nikon S9900 Street photography factors
48
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
68
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (289g)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm AV250
Sports photography with Nikon S9900
30
MP count good (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400 seconds)
slow frames per second (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
not so great battery power (180 per charge)
no phase detect autofocus
53
incredible zoom range (25-750mm 30.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
features tracking autofocus
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm AV250
Travel photography with Nikon S9900
62
MP count good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
great max aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse recording
not so great battery power (180 shots)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (32mm)
77
lighter than competition in class (289g)
MP count good (16MP)
built-in flash
display is selfie friendly
fairly wide (25mm)
long reach (750mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Landscape photography factors
Nikon S9900 Landscape photography factors
33
great max aperture (f)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (32mm)
small screen (2.7 inches)
manual mode not possible
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
not so great battery power (180 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse recording
47
fairly wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Vlogging factors
Nikon S9900 Vlogging factors
26
great max aperture (f)
wide angle not good (32mm)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone support
73
fairly wide (25mm)
display is selfie friendly
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (289 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
does not have external mic port
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Nikon S9900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV250 and Nikon S9900
 FujiFilm FinePix AV250Nikon Coolpix S9900
General Information
Company FujiFilm Nikon
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AV250 Nikon Coolpix S9900
Also Known as FinePix AV255 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2011-01-05 2015-02-10
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3440 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 32-96mm (3.0x) 25-750mm (30.0x)
Max aperture - f/3.7-6.4
Macro focusing range - 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display size 2.7 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 230 thousand dot 921 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 7.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 6.00 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AE 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 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168g (0.37 pounds) 289g (0.64 pounds)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 112 x 66 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 300 shots
Battery form AA Battery Pack
Battery ID - EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Retail cost $160 $300