FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX5
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX5 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
- Other Name is FinePix AV255
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 200g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched June 2010

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX5 Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the FujiFilm AV250 and Sony HX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the AV250 (16MP) and HX5 (10MP) and the AV250 (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor measurements.

The AV250 was revealed 7 months after the HX5 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the AV250 grades vs the HX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Sony HX5
AV250 | HX5 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX5 over the FujiFilm AV250
HX5 | AV250 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Sony HX5
AV250 | HX5 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX5 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AV250 enjoys physical measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Sony HX5 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
See the FujiFilm AV250 and Sony HX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the AV250 compared to the HX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the AV250 and HX5 is 94 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the AV250 and HX5.
As you have seen, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The AV250 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the FujiFilm AV250 will result in more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern AV250 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX5 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX5 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix AV255 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
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 | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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 (60, 30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 pounds) | 200 grams (0.44 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 photos | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1/portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, optional SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $160 | $275 |