Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Panasonic FX90

Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Panasonic FX90, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and FX90 (12MP) and the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and FX90 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm F550 EXR was released around the same time to the FX90 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR scores versus the FX90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm F550 EXR enjoys outside measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic FX90 has sizing of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Panasonic FX90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR compared to the FX90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and FX90 is 91 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and FX90.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F550 EXR because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm F550 EXR will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively.