Fujifilm JX500 vs Fujifilm JX550

Here is a extensive assessment of the Fujifilm JX500 versus Fujifilm JX550, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both produced by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX500 was revealed within a month of the Fujifilm JX550 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm JX500 matches up versus the Fujifilm JX550 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JX500 and Fujifilm FinePix JX550. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm JX500 Gallery and Fujifilm JX550 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JX500 has got physical dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Fujifilm JX550 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm JX500 versus Fujifilm JX550 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm JX500 compared to the Fujifilm JX550.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX500 and Fujifilm JX550 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JX500 and Fujifilm JX550.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm JX550 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively.