Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Panasonic SZ3

The following is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Panasonic SZ3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and SZ3 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm F550 EXR was launched 17 months earlier than the SZ3 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR matches up versus the SZ3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery and Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F550 EXR enjoys external dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ3 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Panasonic SZ3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR compared to the SZ3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and SZ3 is 91 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and SZ3.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm F550 EXR has the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF less difficult. The more aged Fujifilm F550 EXR is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.