Canon 550D vs Fujifilm X-S10

Following is a in depth comparison of the Canon 550D and Fujifilm X-S10, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the 550D (18MP) and Fujifilm X-S10 (26MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The 550D was announced 11 years prior to the Fujifilm X-S10 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon 550D being a Compact SLR camera and the Fujifilm X-S10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the 550D grades against the Fujifilm X-S10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 550D & Fujifilm X-S10. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 550D Gallery & Fujifilm X-S10 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon 550D provides external dimensions 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 X-S10 has sizing of 126mm x 85mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.3" x 2.6") with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the 550D versus the Fujifilm X-S10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 550D and Fujifilm X-S10 is 70 and 73 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 550D and Fujifilm X-S10.

As you can see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm X-S10 to produce extra detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged 550D will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.