FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic TS25
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95 Imaging
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic TS25 Key Specs
(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
(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

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").

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.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic TS25 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery & Panasonic TS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Panasonic TS25
AV250 | TS25 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the FujiFilm AV250
TS25 | AV250 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 24 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Panasonic TS25
AV250 | TS25 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact 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).
Check out the FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic TS25 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

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

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 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic TS25 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | |
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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 |