FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX20V
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX20V 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
- Launched January 2011
- Also Known as FinePix AV255
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Announced July 2012
- Replaced the Sony HX10V
- Renewed by Sony HX30V
FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX20V Overview
Below, we will be matching up the FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX20V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
YouTube trialing AI that fast-forwards to the best video segmentsThe AV250 was manufactured 18 months earlier than the HX20V which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the AV250 scores against the HX20V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX20V Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Sony HX20V
AV250 | HX20V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX20V over the FujiFilm AV250
HX20V | AV250 | |||
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Announced | July 2012 | January 2011 | Fresher by 18 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Sony HX20V
AV250 | HX20V | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX20V Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AV250 has 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) and the Sony HX20V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
See the FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX20V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the AV250 and the HX20V.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the AV250 and HX20V is 94 and 90 respectively.
FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX20V Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The visual here might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the AV250 and HX20V.
As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony HX20V to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older AV250 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX20V Screen and ViewFinder
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX20V Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V |
Also Known as | FinePix AV255 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2012-07-20 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
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) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 7.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 lbs) | 254g (0.56 lbs) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | 320 pictures |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $160 | $397 |