Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm S8400W

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Fujifilm JX550 versus Fujifilm S8400W, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX550 was launched 14 months earlier than the Fujifilm S8400W making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm JX550 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm JX550 matches up vs the Fujifilm S8400W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 & Fujifilm FinePix S8400W. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery & Fujifilm S8400W Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm JX550 has got exterior dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Fujifilm S8400W has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 vs the Fujifilm S8400W.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX550 and Fujifilm S8400W is 95 and 61 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The picture underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX550 and Fujifilm S8400W.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files though you may want to take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged Fujifilm JX550 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.