Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR
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Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- n/ag - 106 x 59 x 33mm
- Announced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 63 x 33mm
- Released July 2011

Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Overview
Following is a extensive comparison of the Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and the SX220 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") possess different sensor size.

The SX220 HS was introduced 5 months prior to the Fujifilm F550 EXR which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX220 HS grades versus the Fujifilm F550 EXR in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon SX220 HS and Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX220 HS over the Fujifilm F550 EXR
SX220 HS | Fujifilm F550 EXR | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm F550 EXR over the Canon SX220 HS
Fujifilm F550 EXR | SX220 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX220 HS and Fujifilm F550 EXR
SX220 HS | Fujifilm F550 EXR | |||
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Released | February 2011 | ![]() | July 2011 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX220 HS has got external dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm F550 EXR has sizing of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the SX220 HS against the Fujifilm F550 EXR.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SX220 HS and Fujifilm F550 EXR is 96 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX220 HS and Fujifilm F550 EXR.
As you have seen, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX220 HS having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Fujifilm F550 EXR will deliver more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively.

Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX220 HS vs Fujifilm F550 EXR Specifications
Canon SX220 HS | Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon SX220 HS | Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-02-07 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | EXR |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | EXRCMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.4 x 4.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 30.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 461k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TG TFT LCD | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30,120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (FHD 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (HD 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), High Speed Movie (80 / 160 / 320 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVI MPEG4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | - | 215 grams (0.47 pounds) |
Dimensions | 106 x 59 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 104 x 63 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 39 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 19.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 158 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-5L | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto shutter(Dog, Cat)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/ MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $399 | $450 |