FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony WX350
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony WX350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 32-96mm (F) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix AV255
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 55 x 26mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Replaced the Sony WX300
- Later Model is Sony WX500

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony WX350 Overview
The following is a in-depth review of the FujiFilm AV250 and Sony WX350, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the AV250 (16MP) and the WX350 (18MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The AV250 was unveiled 4 years before the WX350 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the AV250 grades versus the WX350 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony WX350 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Sony WX350
AV250 | WX350 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the FujiFilm AV250
WX350 | AV250 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 37 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Sony WX350
AV250 | WX350 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony WX350 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm AV250 offers external measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony WX350 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
See the FujiFilm AV250 and Sony WX350 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the AV250 vs the WX350.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the AV250 and WX350 is 94 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony WX350 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the AV250 and WX350.
As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony WX350 to produce extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged AV250 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony WX350 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony WX350 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AV250 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 |
Also referred to as | FinePix AV255 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-6.5 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | VCHD: 28M PS(1,920x1,080/60p) / 24M FX(1,920x1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920x1,080/60i),MP4: 12M(1,440x1,080/30fps) / 3M VGA(640x480/30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 pounds) | 164 grams (0.36 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 shots | 470 shots |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $160 | $270 |