Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Panasonic TS6

Here, we are looking at the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Panasonic TS6, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and TS6 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm F550 EXR was brought out 4 years before the TS6 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR scores versus the TS6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery & Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F550 EXR comes with outside 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 TS6 has measurements of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Panasonic TS6 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR compared to the TS6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and TS6 is 91 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The visual here will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and TS6.

All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F550 EXR comes with the larger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh easier. The older Fujifilm F550 EXR is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.