FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung HZ15W
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90 Imaging
34 Features
31 Overall
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung HZ15W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-96mm (F) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Released January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix AV255
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" 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
- Announced February 2009
- Alternative Name is WB550
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Below is a complete assessment of the FujiFilm AV250 versus Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the AV250 (16MP) and HZ15W (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe AV250 was announced 23 months later than the HZ15W which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the AV250 scores against the HZ15W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 and Samsung HZ15W. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Samsung HZ15W
| AV250 | HZ15W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2011 |  | February 2009 | More recent by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the FujiFilm AV250
| HZ15W | AV250 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Samsung HZ15W
| AV250 | HZ15W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm AV250 provides exterior measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung HZ15W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm AV250 versus Samsung HZ15W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the AV250 and the HZ15W.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AV250 and HZ15W is 94 and 90 respectively.
FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing specifications. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the AV250 and HZ15W.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the FujiFilm AV250 to deliver extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern AV250 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
| FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Samsung HZ15W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Samsung |
| Model | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Samsung HZ15W |
| Also called as | FinePix AV255 | WB550 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2011-01-05 | 2009-02-23 |
| Body design | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | - | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | - | f/3.3-5.8 |
| Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.70 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) | 249 grams (0.55 lbs) |
| 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 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 pictures | - |
| Style of battery | AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Pricing at launch | $160 | $330 |