FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony S950
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony S950 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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 - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- No Video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Announced February 2009
FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony S950 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the FujiFilm AV250 versus Sony S950, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the AV250 (16MP) and S950 (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe AV250 was manufactured 23 months after the S950 making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the AV250 scores versus the S950 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony S950 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Sony S950
AV250 | S950 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | February 2009 | More modern by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Sony S950 over the FujiFilm AV250
S950 | AV250 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Sony S950
AV250 | S950 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony S950 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AV250 has got physical 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) while the Sony S950 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the FujiFilm AV250 versus Sony S950 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the AV250 vs the S950.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AV250 and S950 is 94 and 94 respectively.
FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony S950 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The pic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the AV250 and S950.
As you have seen, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the FujiFilm AV250 to resolve more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern AV250 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony S950 Screen and ViewFinder
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony S950 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950 |
Also called | FinePix AV255 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
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 | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 2s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $160 | $130 |