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Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm Z33WP

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
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Fujifilm FinePix JX550 front
 
Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP front
Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
20
Overall
27

Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm Z33WP Key Specs

Fujifilm JX550
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
  • 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Released January 2012
Fujifilm Z33WP
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 110g - 92 x 60 x 21mm
  • Revealed July 2009
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm Z33WP Overview

Following is a complete review of the Fujifilm JX550 and Fujifilm Z33WP, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof and both are designed by FujiFilm. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and Fujifilm Z33WP (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX550 was announced 2 years after the Fujifilm Z33WP which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm JX550 matches up against the Fujifilm Z33WP with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Fujifilm Z33WP

 Fujifilm JX550 Fujifilm Z33WP 
RevealedJanuary 2012July 2009More modern by 31 months

Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z33WP over the Fujifilm JX550

 Fujifilm Z33WP Fujifilm JX550 

Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Fujifilm Z33WP

 Fujifilm JX550 Fujifilm Z33WP 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen size
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm Z33WP Physical Comparison

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm JX550 has external measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm Z33WP has specifications of 92mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm JX550 and Fujifilm Z33WP in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 against the Fujifilm Z33WP.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm Z33WP size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX550 and Fujifilm Z33WP is 95 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm Z33WP top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm Z33WP Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX550 and Fujifilm Z33WP.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm JX550 to render extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm JX550 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm Z33WP sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm Z33WP Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm Z33WP Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Portrait photography information
Fujifilm Z33WP Portrait photography information
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sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
19
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
low resolution (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Street photography factors
Fujifilm Z33WP Street photography factors
56
lighter than competition (113 grams)
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
60
weather sealing
lighter than others in class (110 grams)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Sports photography features
Fujifilm Z33WP Sports photography features
32
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
low frames per second (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
23
weather sealing
continuous shooting slow (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (10 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Travel photography details
Fujifilm Z33WP Travel photography details
68
lighter than competition (113g)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (26mm)
missing Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
60
lighter than others in class (110 grams)
weather sealing
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse function
low resolution (10 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm JX550
Landscape photography with Fujifilm Z33WP
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rather wide (26mm)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Timelapse function
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weather sealing
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
small screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (10MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Vlogging features
Fujifilm Z33WP Vlogging features
28
rather wide (26mm)
lighter than competition (113g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone socket
25
lighter than others in class (110 grams)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
does not contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
doesn't have mic port
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm Z33WP Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JX550 and Fujifilm Z33WP
 Fujifilm FinePix JX550Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP
General Information
Brand FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model Fujifilm FinePix JX550 Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP
Category Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Released 2012-01-05 2009-07-01
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 3:2
Max resolution 4608 x 3216 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 1600 1600
Max enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 64
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-130mm (5.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/3.5-6.3 f/3.7-4.2
Macro focus range 10cm 8cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.50 m 3.90 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 113 gr (0.25 pounds) 110 gr (0.24 pounds)
Physical dimensions 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") 92 x 60 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model NP-45A NP-45
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $200 $197