Canon A4000 IS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR

Here, we are looking at the Canon A4000 IS versus Fujifilm F550 EXR, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the A4000 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) is very comparable but the A4000 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The A4000 IS was introduced 7 months later than the Fujifilm F550 EXR so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the A4000 IS matches up vs the Fujifilm F550 EXR in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A4000 IS and Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR. The whole galleries are available at Canon A4000 IS Gallery and Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Canon A4000 IS features external dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm F550 EXR has specifications of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check out the Canon A4000 IS versus Fujifilm F550 EXR in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the A4000 IS compared to the Fujifilm F550 EXR.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A4000 IS and Fujifilm F550 EXR is 95 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A4000 IS and Fujifilm F550 EXR.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The A4000 IS provides the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder. The more modern A4000 IS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.