FujiFilm S3200 vs Fujifilm JX550

In this write-up, we are analyzing the FujiFilm S3200 vs Fujifilm JX550, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the S3200 (14MP) and the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S3200 was launched 12 months earlier than the Fujifilm JX550 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S3200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm JX550 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the S3200 grades versus the Fujifilm JX550 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S3200 and Fujifilm FinePix JX550. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S3200 Gallery and Fujifilm JX550 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The FujiFilm S3200 features physical measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Fujifilm JX550 has specifications of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm S3200 vs Fujifilm JX550 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S3200 compared to the Fujifilm JX550.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3200 and Fujifilm JX550 is 67 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The picture here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S3200 and Fujifilm JX550.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm JX550 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged S3200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.