Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Panasonic FH20

Here, we are looking at the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Panasonic FH20, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and the FH20 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and FH20 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm F550 EXR was unveiled 19 months later than the FH20 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR scores versus the FH20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery & Panasonic FH20 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm F550 EXR comes with exterior dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Panasonic FH20 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Panasonic FH20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR vs the FH20.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and FH20 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The visual below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and FH20.

To sum up, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F550 EXR using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm F550 EXR will show extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm F550 EXR provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.