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FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX550

Portability
94
Imaging
38
Features
16
Overall
29
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix JX550 front
Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX550 Key Specs

FujiFilm AX350
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Announced January 2011
  • Also referred to as FinePix AX355
Fujifilm JX550
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
  • 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Launched January 2012
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX550 Overview

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm AX350 versus Fujifilm JX550, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are offered by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AX350 was brought out 12 months before the Fujifilm JX550 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the AX350 grades vs the Fujifilm JX550 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Fujifilm JX550

 AX350 Fujifilm JX550 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the FujiFilm AX350

 Fujifilm JX550 AX350 
LaunchedJanuary 2012January 2011More modern by 12 months

Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Fujifilm JX550

 AX350 Fujifilm JX550 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX550 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm AX350 has exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm JX550 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm AX350 versus Fujifilm JX550 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the AX350 against the Fujifilm JX550.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX550 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the AX350 and Fujifilm JX550 is 94 and 95 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX550 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX550 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the AX350 and Fujifilm JX550.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos however you might want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged AX350 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX550 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX550 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX550 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm AX350
Portrait photography with Fujifilm JX550
29
decent MP (16MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
30
good resolution (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Street photography advice
Fujifilm JX550 Street photography advice
48
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
56
lighter than others (113g)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Sports photography advice
Fujifilm JX550 Sports photography advice
30
decent MP (16 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400s)
slow fps (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
bad battery life (180 CIPA)
lacks phase detect AF
32
good resolution (16MP)
provides tracking focus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400s)
low frames per second (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Travel photography information
Fujifilm JX550 Travel photography information
56
decent MP (16MP)
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse recording
bad battery life (180 shots)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
68
lighter than others (113 grams)
good resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
relatively wide (26mm)
no Time Lapse recording
does not feature selfie friendly display
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Landscape photography information
Fujifilm JX550 Landscape photography information
28
decent MP (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
no manual control
no image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
bad battery life (180 per charge)
lack of Timelapse recording
34
relatively wide (26mm)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AX350 Vlogging factors
Fujifilm JX550 Vlogging factors
22
wide angle not the best (33mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone socket
28
relatively wide (26mm)
lighter than others (113g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
does not feature selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic jack
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm JX550 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AX350 and Fujifilm JX550
 FujiFilm FinePix AX350Fujifilm FinePix JX550
General Information
Make FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model FujiFilm FinePix AX350 Fujifilm FinePix JX550
Also called as FinePix AX355 -
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2011-01-05 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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3440 4608 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 3200
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 33-165mm (5.0x) 26-130mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.5-6.3
Macro focus distance - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/1400 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames/s 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.50 m 4.50 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 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 168 gr (0.37 pounds) 113 gr (0.25 pounds)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 life 180 photos -
Battery format AA -
Battery model - NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Retail price $0 $200