Canon A2300 vs Fujifilm F550 EXR

Let's look more closely at the Canon A2300 versus Fujifilm F550 EXR, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the A2300 (16MP) and the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) is relatively well matched but the A2300 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") use different sensor sizes.

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The A2300 was released 7 months later than the Fujifilm F550 EXR which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the A2300 matches up versus the Fujifilm F550 EXR for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2300 and Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR. The complete galleries are available at Canon A2300 Gallery and Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Canon A2300 provides outer dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm F550 EXR has sizing of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the A2300 against the Fujifilm F550 EXR.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2300 and Fujifilm F550 EXR is 96 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specs. The graphic here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A2300 and Fujifilm F550 EXR.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The A2300 includes the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF trickier. The younger A2300 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.