FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-96mm (F) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix AV255
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 346g - 113 x 65 x 48mm
- Released December 2012

FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the FujiFilm AV250 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the AV250 (16MP) and XZ-2 iHS (12MP) and the AV250 (1/2.3") and XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") posses different sensor sizes.

The AV250 was manufactured 23 months earlier than the XZ-2 iHS making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the AV250 grades vs the XZ-2 iHS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery and Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Olympus XZ-2 iHS
AV250 | XZ-2 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-2 iHS over the FujiFilm AV250
XZ-2 iHS | AV250 | |||
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Released | December 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 23 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS
AV250 | XZ-2 iHS | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm AV250 features outer dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Olympus XZ-2 iHS has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") along with a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm AV250 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the AV250 against the XZ-2 iHS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AV250 and XZ-2 iHS is 94 and 85 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the AV250 and XZ-2 iHS.
To sum up, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The AV250 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the FujiFilm AV250 will deliver greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older AV250 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AV250 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Olympus XZ-2 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Olympus XZ-2 iHS |
Alternative name | FinePix AV255 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2012-12-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 3968 x 2976 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/1.8-2.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 8.60 m (ISO 800) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE 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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) | 346 gr (0.76 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 113 x 65 x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 216 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 pictures | 340 pictures |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | Li-90B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $160 | $450 |