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FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic TS25

Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
20
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 front
Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
28
Overall
34

FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic TS25 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
  • Other Name is FinePix AV255
Panasonic TS25
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
  • 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Announced January 2013
  • Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FT25
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic TS25 Overview

In this article, we are evaluating the FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic TS25, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was launched 24 months prior to the TS25 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the AV250 matches up against the TS25 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Panasonic TS25

 AV250 TS25 

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the FujiFilm AV250

 TS25 AV250 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013January 2011More modern by 24 months

Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Panasonic TS25

 AV250 TS25 
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic TS25 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm AV250 enjoys external dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS25 has measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the AV250 vs the TS25.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic TS25 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the AV250 and TS25 is 94 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic TS25 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic TS25 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing specs. The pic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the AV250 and TS25.

All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you really should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged AV250 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic TS25 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Portrait photography features
Panasonic TS25 Portrait photography features
29
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
30
resolution is good (16MP)
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic TS25 as a Street photography camera
48
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
67
has image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
lighter than competitors (144g)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm AV250
Sports photography with Panasonic TS25
30
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery life (180 shots)
no phase detect auto focus
41
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
offers tracking focus
weather proof
max shutter speed is low (1/1,300s)
max frames per second low (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm AV250
Travel photography with Panasonic TS25
62
resolution is good (16MP)
has built in flash
fast maximum aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse mode
bad battery life (180 shots)
does not offer selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
70
lighter than competitors (144g)
weather proof
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm AV250
Landscape photography with Panasonic TS25
32
fast maximum aperture (f)
resolution is good (16MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
bad battery life (180 shots)
does not have Timelapse mode
41
relatively wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
weather proof
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual exposure
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic TS25 Vlogging highlights
25
fast maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
does not offer selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external microphone socket
31
relatively wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (144 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.9)
display isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic socket
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic TS25 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV250 and Panasonic TS25
 FujiFilm FinePix AV250Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model FujiFilm FinePix AV250 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25
Alternate name FinePix AV255 Lumix DMC-FT25
Type Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2011-01-05 2013-01-07
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3440 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 23
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 32-96mm (3.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.9-5.7
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 8s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400s 1/1300s
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.50 m 4.40 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Mic 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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 gr (0.37 lb) 144 gr (0.32 lb)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8")
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 photographs 250 photographs
Type of battery AA Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Price at launch $160 $180