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FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX9V

Portability
94
Imaging
39
Features
20
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V front
Portability
91
Imaging
39
Features
46
Overall
41

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX9V Key Specs

FujiFilm AV250
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Released January 2011
  • Additionally referred to as FinePix AV255
Sony HX9V
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 245g - 105 x 59 x 34mm
  • Introduced July 2011
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX9V Overview

Here, we are comparing the FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX9V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was revealed 6 months before the HX9V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the AV250 scores against the HX9V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Sony HX9V

 AV250 HX9V 

Reasons to pick Sony HX9V over the FujiFilm AV250

 HX9V AV250 
Focus manually Very exact focus
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution921k230kSharper display (+691k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Sony HX9V

 AV250 HX9V 
IntroducedJanuary 2011July 2011Same generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX9V Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm AV250 features external dimensions 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 HX9V has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX9V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the AV250 compared to the HX9V.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX9V size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability score of the AV250 and HX9V is 94 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX9V top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX9V Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The photograph here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the AV250 and HX9V.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you need to take the production date of the cameras into account.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX9V sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX9V Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX9V Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Portrait photography info
Sony HX9V Portrait photography info
30
good resolution (16MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
39
has manual focus
decent MP (16 megapixels)
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Street photography advice
Sony HX9V Street photography advice
48
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (245 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Sports photography highlights
Sony HX9V Sports photography highlights
30
good resolution (16MP)
provides tracking autofocus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
max fps low (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
low battery pack (180 per charge)
no phase detect autofocus
44
great zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Travel photography features
Sony HX9V Travel photography features
62
good resolution (16MP)
built-in flash
fast maximum aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse mode
low battery pack (180 CIPA)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (32mm)
69
lighter than average (245 grams)
decent MP (16MP)
built-in flash
rather wide (24mm)
great zoom (384mm)
does not have Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Landscape photography advice
Sony HX9V Landscape photography advice
33
fast maximum aperture (f)
good resolution (16MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (32mm)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
low battery pack (180 per charge)
does not have Time Lapse mode
49
has manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
does not have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Vlogging camera
Sony HX9V as a Vlogging camera
26
fast maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not good (32mm)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external mic socket
33
rather wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average (245g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have external microphone socket
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony HX9V Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV250 and Sony HX9V
 FujiFilm FinePix AV250Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Sony
Model FujiFilm FinePix AV250 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V
Also called FinePix AV255 -
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2011-01-05 2011-07-19
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
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 16MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3440 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 32-96mm (3.0x) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Highest aperture - f/3.3-5.9
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 3"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 921k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor XtraFine LCD display with TruBlack technology
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.50 m 4.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone port
Headphone port
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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168g (0.37 lbs) 245g (0.54 lbs)
Physical dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 105 x 59 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 type AA -
Battery model - NP-BG1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots One One
Pricing at launch $160 $328