Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm S4200
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm S4200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-576mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 543g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Released January 2012
Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm S4200 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm S4200, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Fujifilm JX550 was introduced within a month of the Fujifilm S4200 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm JX550 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S4200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm JX550 grades vs the Fujifilm S4200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm S4200 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 & Fujifilm FinePix S4200. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery & Fujifilm S4200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Fujifilm S4200
Fujifilm JX550 | Fujifilm S4200 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4200 over the Fujifilm JX550
Fujifilm S4200 | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Fujifilm S4200
Fujifilm JX550 | Fujifilm S4200 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | January 2012 | Similar age | |
Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm S4200 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm JX550 has got physical measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Fujifilm S4200 has specifications of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm S4200 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 vs the Fujifilm S4200.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX550 and Fujifilm S4200 is 95 and 67 respectively.
Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm S4200 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The image underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX550 and Fujifilm S4200.
To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Fujifilm JX550 to give extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively.
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm S4200 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Fujifilm FinePix S4200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Fujifilm FinePix S4200 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2012-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3216 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-576mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 113 gr (0.25 lbs) | 543 gr (1.20 lbs) |
Dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 photographs |
Battery form | - | AA |
Battery ID | NP-45A | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $200 | $200 |