Canon A495 vs Fujifilm JX550
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Canon A495 vs Fujifilm JX550 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-122mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 175g - 94 x 62 x 31mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2012
Canon A495 vs Fujifilm JX550 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon A495 versus Fujifilm JX550, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the A495 (10MP) and Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe A495 was released 24 months earlier than the Fujifilm JX550 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the A495 scores against the Fujifilm JX550 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon A495 vs Fujifilm JX550 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A495 & Fujifilm FinePix JX550. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A495 Gallery & Fujifilm JX550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A495 over the Fujifilm JX550
A495 | Fujifilm JX550 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Canon A495
Fujifilm JX550 | A495 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | January 2010 | More recent by 24 months | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 115k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A495 and Fujifilm JX550
A495 | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Canon A495 vs Fujifilm JX550 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A495 offers outside measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm JX550 has measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Examine the Canon A495 versus Fujifilm JX550 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the A495 vs the Fujifilm JX550.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A495 and Fujifilm JX550 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Canon A495 vs Fujifilm JX550 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A495 and Fujifilm JX550.
Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Fujifilm JX550 to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older A495 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Canon A495 vs Fujifilm JX550 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A495 | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot A495 | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-01-05 | 2012-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 115k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1400 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 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) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lb) | 113 gr (0.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 62 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $109 | $200 |