FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony TX55
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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony TX55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.9-4.7) lens
- 158g - 98 x 59 x 20mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Also referred to as FinePix Z808EXR
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Announced July 2011
FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony TX55 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the FujiFilm Z800EXR and Sony TX55, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the Z800EXR (12MP) and TX55 (16MP) and the Z800EXR (1/2") and TX55 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Z800EXR was released 12 months before the TX55 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Z800EXR grades vs the TX55 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony TX55 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm Z800EXR Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z800EXR over the Sony TX55
Z800EXR | TX55 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | 3.3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the FujiFilm Z800EXR
TX55 | Z800EXR | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | July 2010 | Fresher by 12 months | |
Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 1230k | 460k | Clearer screen (+770k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm Z800EXR and Sony TX55
Z800EXR | TX55 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm Z800EXR features outside measurements of 98mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony TX55 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm Z800EXR and Sony TX55 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z800EXR vs the TX55.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z800EXR and TX55 is 95 and 97 respectively.
FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z800EXR and TX55.
As you can see, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z800EXR because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Sony TX55 will produce more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older Z800EXR will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Sony TX55 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
Also called as | FinePix Z808EXR | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-07-21 | 2011-07-24 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-4.7 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inch | 3.3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 1,230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 158 gr (0.35 pounds) | 109 gr (0.24 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 250 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group, Auto-shutter) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $200 | $350 |