Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm XP70

Here, we will be comparing the Fujifilm JX550 and Fujifilm XP70, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof and they are both designed by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the Fujifilm XP70 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX550 was introduced 24 months prior to the Fujifilm XP70 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm JX550 scores against the Fujifilm XP70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 and Fujifilm FinePix XP70. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery and Fujifilm XP70 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX550 offers external measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Fujifilm XP70 has measurements of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm JX550 and Fujifilm XP70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 compared to the Fujifilm XP70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX550 and Fujifilm XP70 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specs. The picture here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX550 and Fujifilm XP70.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures but you should always factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged Fujifilm JX550 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.