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FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic FH1

Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
20
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic FH1 Key Specs

FujiFilm AV250
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Launched January 2011
  • Additionally referred to as FinePix AV255
Panasonic FH1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
  • 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
  • Revealed January 2010
  • Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FS10
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic FH1 Overview

In this article, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic FH1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the AV250 (16MP) and FH1 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was announced 13 months later than the FH1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the AV250 matches up against the FH1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Panasonic FH1

 AV250 FH1 
RevealedJanuary 2011January 2010More recent by 13 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the FujiFilm AV250

 FH1 AV250 

Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Panasonic FH1

 AV250 FH1 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch screen Neither contains Touch screen

FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AV250 has got physical 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 Panasonic FH1 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic FH1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the AV250 against the FH1.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic FH1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the AV250 and FH1 is 94 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic FH1 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by looking through technical specs. The graphic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the AV250 and FH1.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the FujiFilm AV250 to render extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer AV250 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic FH1 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Portrait photography info
Panasonic FH1 Portrait photography info
30
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
21
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FH1 as a Street photography camera
48
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Sports photography features
Panasonic FH1 Sports photography features
30
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400s)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
low battery life (180 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect AF
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second low (6.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Travel photography info
Panasonic FH1 Travel photography info
62
megapixel count good (16MP)
has built in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse function
low battery life (180 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
58
flash built-in
quite wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
MP count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Landscape photography info
Panasonic FH1 Landscape photography info
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very good maximum aperture (f)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
low battery life (180 per charge)
lack of Timelapse function
32
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Vlogging advice
Panasonic FH1 Vlogging advice
26
very good maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external microphone port
29
quite wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have microphone socket
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV250 and Panasonic FH1
 FujiFilm FinePix AV250Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model FujiFilm FinePix AV250 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1
Also called FinePix AV255 Lumix DMC-FS10
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-01-05 2010-01-06
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4608 x 3440 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 32-96mm (3.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture - f/2.8-6.9
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 60 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.50 m 6.80 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance 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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 grams (0.37 pounds) 163 grams (0.36 pounds)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 180 shots -
Style of battery AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $160 $150