Fujifilm F550 EXR vs Sony WX300

In this article, we will be looking at the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Sony WX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is pretty comparable but the Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") and WX300 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm F550 EXR was unveiled 19 months earlier than the WX300 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm F550 EXR scores vs the WX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm F550 EXR has got outer measurements of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony WX300 has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus Sony WX300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR versus the WX300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and WX300 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The visual here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm F550 EXR and WX300.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F550 EXR having a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony WX300 will provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older Fujifilm F550 EXR will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.