Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
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Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 63 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Released August 2012

Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and Galaxy Camera 3G (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm F550 EXR was introduced 13 months before the Galaxy Camera 3G making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR grades against the Galaxy Camera 3G with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm F550 EXR over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Fujifilm F550 EXR | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G over the Fujifilm F550 EXR
Galaxy Camera 3G | Fujifilm F550 EXR | |||
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Released | August 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 13 months |
Display size | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G
Fujifilm F550 EXR | Galaxy Camera 3G | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F550 EXR features external dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
See the Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Galaxy Camera 3G is 91 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Galaxy Camera 3G.
As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm F550 EXR uses the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier. The more aged Fujifilm F550 EXR is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR | Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2012-08-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-360mm (15.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 0 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (FHD 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (HD 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), High Speed Movie (80 / 160 / 320 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | AVI MPEG4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | BuiltIn | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 215 gr (0.47 pounds) | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 63 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 39 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 19.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 158 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto shutter(Dog, Cat)) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $450 | $606 |