Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Pentax XG-1

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

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The Fujifilm F550 EXR was launched 4 years prior to the XG-1 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm F550 EXR being a Compact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR matches up vs the XG-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR and Pentax XG-1. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm F550 EXR has got outer measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Pentax XG-1 has specifications of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Pentax XG-1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR against the XG-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and XG-1 is 91 and 66 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specs. The picture underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and XG-1.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical MP but not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm F550 EXR uses the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier. The more aged Fujifilm F550 EXR is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.