FujiFilm AV250 vs Panasonic ZS30

In this article, we are evaluating the FujiFilm AV250 and Panasonic ZS30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was brought out 24 months earlier than the ZS30 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the AV250 matches up versus the ZS30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AV250 has physical measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS30 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the AV250 vs the ZS30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AV250 and ZS30 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the AV250 and ZS30.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS30 to show extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older AV250 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.