FujiFilm Z70 vs Sony W550

On this page, we will be matching up the FujiFilm Z70 and Sony W550, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Z70 (12MP) and the W550 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Z70 was manufactured 17 months earlier than the W550 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the Z70 scores against the W550 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix Z70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm Z70 Gallery and Sony W550 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm Z70 has got external dimensions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Sony W550 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm Z70 and Sony W550 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Z70 compared to the W550.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z70 and W550 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The pic below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z70 and W550.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony W550 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged Z70 is going to be behind in sensor technology.