FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus XZ-1
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus XZ-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-96mm (F) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Released January 2011
- Also Known as FinePix AV255
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 275g - 111 x 65 x 42mm
- Announced January 2011

FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus XZ-1 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the FujiFilm AV250 versus Olympus XZ-1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the AV250 (16MP) and XZ-1 (10MP) and the AV250 (1/2.3") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

The AV250 was announced very close to the XZ-1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the AV250 scores versus the XZ-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus XZ-1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 and Olympus XZ-1. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery and Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Olympus XZ-1
AV250 | XZ-1 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-1 over the FujiFilm AV250
XZ-1 | AV250 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+384k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Olympus XZ-1
AV250 | XZ-1 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus XZ-1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm AV250 features outer measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Olympus XZ-1 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm AV250 versus Olympus XZ-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the AV250 vs the XZ-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AV250 and XZ-1 is 94 and 88 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus XZ-1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the AV250 and XZ-1.
Clearly, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The AV250 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the FujiFilm AV250 will show greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus XZ-1 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus XZ-1 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Olympus XZ-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Olympus XZ-1 |
Also Known as | FinePix AV255 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2011-01-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic V |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.63" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.07 x 5.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 44.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 3664 x 2752 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/1.8-2.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 8.60 m (ISO 800) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 pounds) | 275g (0.61 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 111 x 65 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 34 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 18.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 117 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 images | 320 images |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | Li-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $160 | $567 |