FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-96mm (F) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Also Known as FinePix AV255
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced August 2012

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Here is a detailed overview of the FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The AV250 was brought out 20 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 3G making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the AV250 grades against the Galaxy Camera 3G with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
AV250 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the FujiFilm AV250
Galaxy Camera 3G | AV250 | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 20 months |
Display size | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
AV250 | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm AV250 comes with outer 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the AV250 against the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the AV250 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 94 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The photograph here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the AV250 and Galaxy Camera 3G.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you may want to take the age of the products into consideration. The older AV250 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

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FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Also called | FinePix AV255 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3440 | - |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 4.8" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 lbs) | 305g (0.67 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 pictures | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $160 | $606 |