FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony S980

Its time to take a closer look at the FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the AV250 (16MP) and S980 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was brought out 23 months later than the S980 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the AV250 matches up versus the S980 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm AV250 has got outside measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony S980 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony S980 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the AV250 against the S980.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the AV250 and S980 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The photograph here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the AV250 and S980.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the FujiFilm AV250 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer AV250 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.