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FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung HZ10W

Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
20
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 front
 
Samsung HZ10W front
Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
27
Overall
30

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung HZ10W Key Specs

FujiFilm AV250
(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
  • Launched January 2011
  • Additionally Known as FinePix AV255
Samsung HZ10W
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
  • 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
  • Released May 2009
  • Alternate Name is WB500
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung HZ10W Overview

On this page, we will be matching up the FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung HZ10W, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the AV250 (16MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was announced 21 months after the HZ10W which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the AV250 matches up vs the HZ10W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Samsung HZ10W

 AV250 HZ10W 
ReleasedJanuary 2011May 2009Newer by 21 months

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the FujiFilm AV250

 HZ10W AV250 
Manually focus Dial precise focus

Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Samsung HZ10W

 AV250 HZ10W 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen size
Screen resolution230k230kSame screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AV250 provides external 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 HZ10W has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung HZ10W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the AV250 and the HZ10W.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung HZ10W size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AV250 and HZ10W is 94 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung HZ10W top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The pic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the AV250 and HZ10W.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the FujiFilm AV250 to show more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more recent AV250 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung HZ10W sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung HZ10W as a Portrait photography camera
29
megapixel count decent (16MP)
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
31
you can focus manually
includes face detect focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
low MP (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Street photography information
Samsung HZ10W Street photography information
48
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
52
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
more heavy than competition (249g)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Sports photography highlights
Samsung HZ10W Sports photography highlights
30
megapixel count decent (16MP)
includes tracking focus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
max fps low (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery pack (180 per charge)
no phase detect autofocus
26
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority
low MP (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Travel photography details
Samsung HZ10W Travel photography details
62
megapixel count decent (16MP)
has built in flash
very good maximum aperture (f)
no Time Lapse recording
terrible battery pack (180 per charge)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (32mm)
54
flash built-in
reasonably wide (24mm)
missing Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition (249 grams)
low MP (10 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with FujiFilm AV250
Landscape photography with Samsung HZ10W
32
very good maximum aperture (f)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (32mm)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW files
terrible battery pack (180 CIPA)
no Time Lapse recording
35
you can focus manually
reasonably wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
low MP (10MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Vlogging advice
Samsung HZ10W Vlogging advice
25
very good maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not great (32mm)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic port
28
reasonably wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
includes face detect focus
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone support
more heavy than competition (249 grams)
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV250 and Samsung HZ10W
 FujiFilm FinePix AV250Samsung HZ10W
General Information
Company FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AV250 Samsung HZ10W
Also Known as FinePix AV255 WB500
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2011-01-05 2009-05-14
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 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3440 3648 x 2432
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 32-96mm (3.0x) 24-240mm (10.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/3.3-5.8
Macro focusing distance - 5cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 16 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix
External flash
AE bracketing
WB 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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168 grams (0.37 lb) 249 grams (0.55 lb)
Physical dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5")
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 shots -
Battery style AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch pricing $160 $300