Fujifilm JX550 vs Fujifilm XP80

Its time to take a closer look at the Fujifilm JX550 versus Fujifilm XP80, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof and both of them are created by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX550 was brought out 4 years earlier than the Fujifilm XP80 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm JX550 matches up versus the Fujifilm XP80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 & Fujifilm XP80. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery & Fujifilm XP80 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JX550 provides exterior 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) while the Fujifilm XP80 has dimensions of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm JX550 versus Fujifilm XP80 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 versus the Fujifilm XP80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX550 and Fujifilm XP80 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX550 and Fujifilm XP80.

Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures however you might want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm JX550 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.