FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-96mm (F) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Released January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix AV255
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 21-105mm (F3.5-5.7) lens
- 218g - 110 x 64 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2014

FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Overview
In this article, we will be contrasting the FujiFilm AV250 versus Olympus TG-850 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the TG-850 iHS (16MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The AV250 was launched 4 years earlier than the TG-850 iHS which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the AV250 grades versus the TG-850 iHS for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 & Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery & Olympus TG-850 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Olympus TG-850 iHS
AV250 | TG-850 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-850 iHS over the FujiFilm AV250
TG-850 iHS | AV250 | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 37 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Olympus TG-850 iHS
AV250 | TG-850 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm AV250 comes with physical dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Olympus TG-850 iHS has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm AV250 versus Olympus TG-850 iHS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the AV250 and the TG-850 iHS.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the AV250 and TG-850 iHS is 94 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the AV250 and TG-850 iHS.
To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of images though you may want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged AV250 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus TG-850 iHS Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Olympus Stylus Tough TG-850 iHS |
Also called | FinePix AV255 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2014-01-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic VII |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4616 x 3464 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 21-105mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-5.7 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 1/2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Yes |
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 lb) | 218g (0.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 110 x 64 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
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 | 330 photos |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec, 12 sec, Custom Self-Timer (1-30 sec start timer, 1-10 pictures, 1-3 sec interval)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $160 | $250 |