Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Samsung HZ50W

Here, we will be matching up the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and HZ50W (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm F550 EXR was announced 15 months later than the HZ50W which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm F550 EXR being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR grades against the HZ50W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR and Samsung HZ50W. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm F550 EXR has got external measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Samsung HZ50W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Samsung HZ50W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR compared to the HZ50W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and HZ50W is 91 and 70 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through specs. The visual below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and HZ50W.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F550 EXR having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm F550 EXR will resolve more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm F550 EXR provides a benefit in sensor tech.