Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Sony G3

Here is a extensive review of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Sony G3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and G3 (10MP) and the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and G3 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm F550 EXR was revealed 2 years later than the G3 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR scores against the G3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm F550 EXR has exterior dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony G3 has dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Sony G3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR vs the G3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and G3 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and G3.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F550 EXR having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm F550 EXR will provide greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm F550 EXR should have a benefit in sensor tech.