FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus TG-830 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
- Introduced January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix AV255
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 214g - 109 x 67 x 28mm
- Announced January 2013

FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Overview
In this write-up, we will be looking at the FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the TG-830 iHS (16MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The AV250 was announced 24 months earlier than the TG-830 iHS which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the AV250 matches up vs the TG-830 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 and Olympus TG-830 iHS. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery and Olympus TG-830 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Olympus TG-830 iHS
AV250 | TG-830 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-830 iHS over the FujiFilm AV250
TG-830 iHS | AV250 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 24 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Olympus TG-830 iHS
AV250 | TG-830 iHS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AV250 has external dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Olympus TG-830 iHS has dimensions of 109mm x 67mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
See the FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the AV250 vs the TG-830 iHS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AV250 and TG-830 iHS is 94 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The photograph here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the AV250 and TG-830 iHS.
To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older AV250 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

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FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus TG-830 iHS Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Olympus TG-830 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Olympus TG-830 iHS |
Other name | FinePix AV255 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 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 | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 lbs) | 214g (0.47 lbs) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 109 x 67 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.6" 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 photographs | 300 photographs |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $160 | $0 |