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FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony WX350

Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
20
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix AV250 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 front
Portability
94
Imaging
42
Features
43
Overall
42

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony WX350 Key Specs

FujiFilm AV250
(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
Sony WX350
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV250 over the Sony WX350

 AV250 WX350 

Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the FujiFilm AV250

 WX350 AV250 
IntroducedFebruary 2014January 2011Newer by 37 months
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm AV250 and Sony WX350

 AV250 WX350 
Focus manually No manual focus
Screen typeFixed 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).

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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.

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony WX350 size comparison

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

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony WX350 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony WX350 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony WX350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Portrait photography information
Sony WX350 Portrait photography information
29
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
36
megapixel count decent (18 megapixels)
supports face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Street photography advice
Sony WX350 Street photography advice
48
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (164g)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Sports photography info
Sony WX350 Sports photography info
30
good megapixels (16MP)
includes tracking focus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
terrible battery (180 shots)
has no phase detect AF
52
excellent zoom range (25-500mm 20.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (18MP)
supports tracking autofocus
better than average battery pack (470 shots)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Travel photography factors
Sony WX350 Travel photography factors
62
good megapixels (16MP)
flash built-in
very good maximum aperture (f)
does not have Timelapse recording
terrible battery (180 CIPA)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (32mm)
72
better than average battery pack (470 CIPA)
lighter than others in class (164 grams)
megapixel count decent (18 megapixels)
has built in flash
rather wide (25mm)
great reach (500mm)
missing Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 Landscape photography information
Sony WX350 Landscape photography information
32
very good maximum aperture (f)
good megapixels (16MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (32mm)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
terrible battery (180 CIPA)
does not have Timelapse recording
47
rather wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (18 megapixels)
better than average battery pack (470 CIPA)
focusing manually not possible
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV250 as a Vlogging camera
Sony WX350 as a Vlogging camera
25
very good maximum aperture (f)
wide angle not good (32mm)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone port
35
rather wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detection autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than others in class (164 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
missing external microphone support
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FujiFilm AV250 vs Sony WX350 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV250 and Sony WX350
 FujiFilm FinePix AV250Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350
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