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FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung WB250F

Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
20
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 front
 
Samsung WB250F front
Portability
93
Imaging
38
Features
44
Overall
40

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs

FujiFilm AV250
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Revealed January 2011
  • Alternate Name is FinePix AV255
Samsung WB250F
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
  • Launched January 2013
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung WB250F Overview

Below is a in depth review of the FujiFilm AV250 versus Samsung WB250F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was launched 24 months earlier than the WB250F making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the AV250 matches up versus the WB250F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Samsung WB250F

 AV250 WB250F 

Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the FujiFilm AV250

 WB250F AV250 
LaunchedJanuary 2013January 2011More recent by 24 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kClearer display (+230k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Samsung WB250F

 AV250 WB250F 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm AV250 has outside measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has specifications of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm AV250 versus Samsung WB250F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the AV250 against the WB250F.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung WB250F size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AV250 and WB250F is 94 and 93 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung WB250F top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's hard to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The visual below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the AV250 and WB250F.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the FujiFilm AV250 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older AV250 will be behind in sensor technology.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung WB250F sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung WB250F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm AV250
Portrait photography with Samsung WB250F
29
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
36
megapixel count decent (14MP)
offers face detection focusing
lack of manual focus
no external flash support
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with FujiFilm AV250
Street photography with Samsung WB250F
48
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (226 grams)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung WB250F as a Sports photography camera
30
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400 seconds)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (180 shots)
does not have phase detect autofocus
52
incredible zoom range (24-432mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
offers tracking autofocus
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung WB250F as a Travel photography camera
62
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
fast maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
terrible battery life (180 per charge)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
69
lighter than competition (226g)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
has built in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
great reach (432mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung WB250F as a Landscape photography camera
32
fast maximum aperture (f)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
terrible battery life (180 per charge)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
44
pretty wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung WB250F as a Vlogging camera
25
fast maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not fantastic (32mm)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have mic socket
35
pretty wide (24mm)
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition (226 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen is not selfie friendly
doesn't have external mic jack
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Samsung WB250F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV250 and Samsung WB250F
 FujiFilm FinePix AV250Samsung WB250F
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AV250 Samsung WB250F
Also referred to as FinePix AV255 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2011-01-05 2013-01-07
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Full resolution 4608 x 3440 4320 x 3240
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 32-96mm (3.0x) 24-432mm (18.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/3.2-5.8
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 16 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 8.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video 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) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168 gr (0.37 lbs) 226 gr (0.50 lbs)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9")
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 images -
Battery format AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $160 $250