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FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung ST80

Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
20
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 front
 
Samsung ST80 front
Portability
96
Imaging
36
Features
34
Overall
35

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung ST80 Key Specs

FujiFilm AV250
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Also referred to as FinePix AV255
Samsung ST80
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 4800 (Boost to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
  • 118g - 92 x 55 x 19mm
  • Announced January 2010
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung ST80 Overview

Below is a detailed overview of the FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung ST80, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the ST80 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was released 13 months later than the ST80 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm AV250 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the AV250 matches up versus the ST80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Samsung ST80

 AV250 ST80 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011January 2010More recent by 13 months

Reasons to pick Samsung ST80 over the FujiFilm AV250

 ST80 AV250 
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Samsung ST80

 AV250 ST80 
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung ST80 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm AV250 has outer dimensions 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 ST80 has measurements of 92mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung ST80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the AV250 versus the ST80.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung ST80 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the AV250 and ST80 is 94 and 96 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung ST80 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung ST80 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the AV250 and ST80.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the FujiFilm AV250 to show greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent AV250 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung ST80 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung ST80 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung ST80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung ST80 as a Portrait photography camera
29
decent MP (16MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
29
MP count good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Street photography camera
Samsung ST80 as a Street photography camera
48
fixed screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
boasts touch to focus
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung ST80 as a Sports photography camera
30
decent MP (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery life (180 CIPA)
has no phase detect autofocus
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm AV250
Travel photography with Samsung ST80
62
decent MP (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
fast maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
bad battery life (180 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (32mm)
62
boasts touch to focus
MP count good (14MP)
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung ST80 as a Landscape photography camera
32
fast maximum aperture (f)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (32mm)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
no image stabilization
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
bad battery life (180 CIPA)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
39
good sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (14MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Vlogging factors
Samsung ST80 Vlogging factors
25
fast maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not great (32mm)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have microphone socket
28
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.3)
display isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic jack
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung ST80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV250 and Samsung ST80
 FujiFilm FinePix AV250Samsung ST80
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model FujiFilm FinePix AV250 Samsung ST80
Also referred to as FinePix AV255 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-01-05 2010-01-06
Body design Compact Ultracompact
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 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4608 x 3440 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 1600 4800
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 6400
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 32-96mm (3.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/3.3-5.5
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.7" 3"
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.50 m 5.00 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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 data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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) 118 grams (0.26 lbs)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 92 x 55 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 -
Battery format AA -
Battery model - BP70A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $160 $249