Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Nikon A900

Here, we are analyzing the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Nikon A900, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and the A900 (20MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and A900 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm F550 EXR was brought out 5 years prior to the A900 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR scores vs the A900 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR and Nikon Coolpix A900. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery and Nikon A900 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F550 EXR features exterior measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Nikon A900 has measurements of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Nikon A900 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and the A900.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and A900 is 91 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The picture here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and A900.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F550 EXR featuring a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon A900 will give more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm F550 EXR is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.