Canon 550D vs FujiFilm JX300

Lets examine more in depth at the Canon 550D vs FujiFilm JX300, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the 550D (18MP) and JX300 (14MP) and the 550D (APS-C) and JX300 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The 550D was unveiled 9 months earlier than the JX300 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon 550D being a Compact SLR camera and the FujiFilm JX300 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the 550D scores against the JX300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 550D and FujiFilm FinePix JX300. The full galleries are available at Canon 550D Gallery and FujiFilm JX300 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon 550D provides physical measurements of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") having a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs) and the FujiFilm JX300 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 550D vs FujiFilm JX300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the 550D against the JX300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 550D and JX300 is 70 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 550D and JX300.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 550D having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon 550D will produce more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The older 550D will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.