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Canon A3200 IS vs Fujifilm JX550

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
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Canon PowerShot A3200 IS front
 
Fujifilm FinePix JX550 front
Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32

Canon A3200 IS vs Fujifilm JX550 Key Specs

Canon A3200 IS
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-140mm (F) lens
  • 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
  • Introduced January 2011
Fujifilm JX550
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
  • 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Released January 2012
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Canon A3200 IS vs Fujifilm JX550 Overview

The following is a thorough review of the Canon A3200 IS and Fujifilm JX550, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A3200 IS was launched 12 months earlier than the Fujifilm JX550 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the A3200 IS grades against the Fujifilm JX550 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon A3200 IS over the Fujifilm JX550

 A3200 IS Fujifilm JX550 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Canon A3200 IS

 Fujifilm JX550 A3200 IS 
ReleasedJanuary 2012January 2011Newer by 12 months

Common features in the Canon A3200 IS and Fujifilm JX550

 A3200 IS Fujifilm JX550 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display dimensions
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch display Neither comes with Touch display

Canon A3200 IS vs Fujifilm JX550 Physical Comparison

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A3200 IS comes with outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Fujifilm JX550 has measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check out the Canon A3200 IS and Fujifilm JX550 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the A3200 IS against the Fujifilm JX550.

Canon A3200 IS vs Fujifilm JX550 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A3200 IS and Fujifilm JX550 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon A3200 IS vs Fujifilm JX550 top view buttons comparison

Canon A3200 IS vs Fujifilm JX550 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The image below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A3200 IS and Fujifilm JX550.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm JX550 to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged A3200 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon A3200 IS vs Fujifilm JX550 sensor size comparison

Canon A3200 IS vs Fujifilm JX550 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A3200 IS vs Fujifilm JX550 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A3200 IS Portrait photography info
Fujifilm JX550 Portrait photography info
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sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
supports face detect focusing
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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decent MP (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon A3200 IS Street photography details
Fujifilm JX550 Street photography details
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
56
lighter than average in class (113g)
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon A3200 IS
Sports photography with Fujifilm JX550
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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decent MP (16MP)
has tracking autofocus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon A3200 IS
Travel photography with Fujifilm JX550
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sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
has built in flash
really wide (28mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse mode
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
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lighter than average in class (113 grams)
decent MP (16MP)
built-in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A3200 IS Landscape photography details
Fujifilm JX550 Landscape photography details
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really wide (28mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
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reasonably wide (26mm)
decent MP (16MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A3200 IS as a Vlogging camera
Fujifilm JX550 as a Vlogging camera
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really wide (28mm)
fast maximum aperture (f)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focusing
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone socket
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reasonably wide (26mm)
lighter than average in class (113g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external microphone jack
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Canon A3200 IS vs Fujifilm JX550 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A3200 IS and Fujifilm JX550
 Canon PowerShot A3200 ISFujifilm FinePix JX550
General Information
Brand Canon FujiFilm
Model type Canon PowerShot A3200 IS Fujifilm FinePix JX550
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2011-01-05 2012-01-05
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3216
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max boosted ISO - 3200
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-140mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/3.5-6.3
Macro focusing distance 3cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech - TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 seconds 8 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1600 seconds 1/1400 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.00 m 4.50 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 149 gr (0.33 lb) 113 gr (0.25 lb)
Dimensions 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 ID NB-8L NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Launch pricing $230 $200