FujiFilm AX350
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Other Name is FinePix AX355
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FujiFilm AX350 overview
FujiFilm AX350 is FujiFilm's Small Sensor Compact digital camera first released on January of 2011. The camera comes with a 16MP, CCD 1/2.3" sized sensor and has a maximum resolution of 4608 x 3440. It is known as "FinePix AX355" in certain markets.
The AX350 places at #187 out of 261 in Small Sensor Compact cameras and all-around #1129 out of 1465 for cameras in our database. Remember to try out our Advanced camera filter to find camera results based on your custom criteria.
The following is a chart of specific criteria used in the scoring system.
FujiFilm AX350 history
The FujiFilm AX350 is part of a family of cameras. You can read the full range below.
F3.3-5.916MP1/2.3"2011
FujiFilm AX350 Gallery
You can see the AX350 from different angles in the gallery here.
FujiFilm AX350 Pros and Cons
Below is a shortlist of pros and cons of the FujiFilm AX350 based on features that are normally viewed as necessary in a digital camera.
FujiFilm AX350 Sensor specifications
The measurement of the sensor on the FujiFilm AX350 is 6.17mm x 4.55mm (1/2.3"). The 28 mm² sensor has the capability to resolve 4608 x 3440 pixels .
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe CCD sensor boasts 16 megapixels and gives a standard ISO range of 100 to 1600. This ISO can also be expanded electronically to a high of 3200. Unfortunately, RAW format is not supported so the user has less room to maneuver in post.
The picture below shows the AX350's sensor dimensions compared to other popular sizes. The AX350 sensor comes with a crop factor of 5.8 and is pointed out in green.
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FujiFilm AX350 dimensions
FujiFilm AX350 weighs in at 0.37 lbs (168 gr or 5.93 ounces) and the over all size of the camera is 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1"). The weight of normal Small Sensor Compact camera is 174 gr and the FujiFilm AX350 is on par compared to other rivals.
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The top view here will illustrate the button layout on the AX350.
FujiFilm AX350 Lens specifications
The AX350 is equipped with a built in lens and a focal range of 33-165mm giving it a 5.0 x zoom which isn't really great but it could be valuable in certain situations.
At the widest 33mm, it offers an aperture of f3.3 making it kind of slow and not great in low light events and you will find it difficult to capture a shallow depth of field. You will likely also have to boost the ISO setting producing noisy images. Towards the tele end, 165mm comes at f5.9 which is quite slow and you will need to apply slower shutter speeds.
FujiFilm AX350 Connectivity
The AX350 has the following connectivity:
- USB Yes
Cameras that consist of NFC or Bluetooth support can easily be controlled wirelessly through smartphones. You will be able to transfer images and in some cases change settings without connecting directly to the camera.
Some applications even give a Liveview and click the shutter when you aren't near the camera. If the camera features a HDMI out, it could be hooked up to an external screen. Nearly all cameras will allow you to recharge the battery through the USB port.
FujiFilm AX350 Video specifications
The maximum video quality on the FujiFilm AX350 is 1280 x 720 and it can capture in Motion JPEG file format. 720p is low by today's standards. You should target a minimum FUll HD quality for good video. The camera doesn't feature a mic or headphone jack so you have got no control over your sound. It is perhaps best to consider another camera if you want good sound in your videos.
FujiFilm AX350 Weather Sealing
FujiFilm AX350 doesn't include weather sealing so wet conditions can ruin the camera.
FujiFilm AX350 Screen and Viewfinder
The FujiFilm AX350 comes with a 2.7" fixed display boasting a resolution of 230k dots.
Please note that the display screen offers no touch support.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe ViewFinder details regarding FujiFilm AX350 are the following:
- ViewFinder None
In those bright outdoor conditions which make the camera screens washed out and tricky to view, viewfinders are rather valuable.
FujiFilm AX350 Shutter specifications
FujiFilm AX350 continuous shooting speed is 1.0 fps. The maximum shutter speed is 1/1400s.
FujiFilm AX350 Flash and Hot shoe specifications
FujiFilm AX350 includes only built-in flash with missing external flash ability.
FujiFilm AX350 Autofocusing specifications
FujiFilm AX350 includes just Contrast Based AF and doesn't have Phase Detect AF. Phase Detection focusing is a lot snappier and accurate compared with Contrast Based focusing.
It also features Tracking AF for subjects on the move. FujiFilm AX350 does not have manual focusing. Manual focusing can be useful during low light conditions or you require more accurate control on depth of field.
FujiFilm AX350 Battery life
The battery on the FujiFilm AX350 is made to last for 180 pictures according to the CIPA measurements making it less as compared with its competitors. The general Small Sensor Compact camera battery life is 241. Fujifilm X30 offers the highest possible (470) battery life within this range of cameras.
Listed below is a number of Small Sensor Compact cameras with the strongest battery life:
FujiFilm AX350 for varying types of photography
The following chart shows a overview of the FujiFilm AX350 for varying types of photography. To read more, go to the specific paragraph below.
FujiFilm AX350 Portrait photography factors
The FujiFilm AX350 gets a points tally of 30 which is lousy, and means the camera is not appropriate for portrait photography. Taking portraits favors greatly towards sensor dimensions, RAW support together with the flexibility to work with off-camera lighting.
Street photography with FujiFilm AX350
With a average score of 48, the FujiFilm AX350 is somewhat suitable to buy for street photography. A good street photography camera offers a good balance of image quality plus portability.
FujiFilm AX350 Sports photography features
A lousy sports photography points tally of 30 means the FujiFilm AX350 is not appropriate for taking photos of sports. A camera should have very good autofocus plus shutter speeds for sports photography.
Travel photography with FujiFilm AX350
Weight is very critical in selecting a camera for travel. Over-all, the FujiFilm AX350 gets a moderate 56 for a travel camera which makes it relatively suited to take with you on your journeys.
Landscape photography with FujiFilm AX350
For anybody who is planning to choose a digital camera for landscape photography, the biggest factor will no doubt be image quality. The FujiFilm AX350 at it's lousy score of 29 as a landscape camera is not appropriate within the current marketplace.
FujiFilm AX350 Vlogging features
A camera for vlogging should offer a articulating display screen, microphone input and if possible IBIS. Considering all the details, the FujiFilm AX350 is not appropriate for vlogging as it gets a lousy score of 22.
FujiFilm AX350 Alternatives
If you want alternatives to the AX350, below is a list of the highest rated cameras which fall in to the category of Small Sensor Compact.
The chart down below provides you an overview of the AX350 compared to it's top scoring rivals suggested previously.
These are some more cameras you might take a look at as alternatives. To review a comprehensive comparison, simply click on the "compare" link.