FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony H50
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony H50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase 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)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-465mm (F2.7-4.5) lens
- 547g - 116 x 81 x 86mm
- Launched January 2009

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony H50 Overview
The following is a detailed analysis of the FujiFilm AV250 versus Sony H50, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the AV250 (16MP) and H50 (9MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The AV250 was manufactured 24 months after the H50 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the AV250 grades versus the H50 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony H50 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery and Sony H50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Sony H50
AV250 | H50 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H50 over the FujiFilm AV250
H50 | AV250 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Sony H50
AV250 | H50 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony H50 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AV250 enjoys exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony H50 has proportions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm AV250 versus Sony H50 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the AV250 against the H50.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the AV250 and H50 is 94 and 69 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony H50 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the AV250 and H50.
All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the FujiFilm AV250 to show more detail due to its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer AV250 provides an edge in sensor technology.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony H50 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony H50 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 |
Also Known as | FinePix AV255 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2009-01-15 |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 9MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 31-465mm (15.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.7-4.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 9.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
External flash | ||
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) | 640 x 480, 30 fps, 320 x 240, 8 fps |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lb) | 547 grams (1.21 lb) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 116 x 81 x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") |
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 | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $160 | $80 |