FujiFilm S2500HD vs Fujifilm JX550

Here, we are matching up the FujiFilm S2500HD and Fujifilm JX550, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by FujiFilm. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the S2500HD (12MP) and Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S2500HD was introduced 18 months before the Fujifilm JX550 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm JX550 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S2500HD scores versus the Fujifilm JX550 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD and Fujifilm FinePix JX550. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery and Fujifilm JX550 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2500HD has outer dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm JX550 has dimensions 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 FujiFilm S2500HD and Fujifilm JX550 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S2500HD vs the Fujifilm JX550.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S2500HD and Fujifilm JX550 is 78 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2500HD and Fujifilm JX550.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm JX550 to produce extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older S2500HD will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.