Fujifilm JX550 vs Nikon Z fc

On this page, we will be looking at the Fujifilm JX550 versus Nikon Z fc, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and Z fc (21MP) and the Fujifilm JX550 (1/2.3") and Z fc (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm JX550 was unveiled 10 years before the Z fc and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm JX550 being a Compact camera and the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm JX550 grades against the Z fc in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 & Nikon Z fc. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery & Nikon Z fc Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX550 comes with outer measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z fc has measurements of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm JX550 versus Nikon Z fc in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 compared to the Z fc.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX550 and Z fc is 95 and 79 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX550 and Z fc.

As you can see, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm JX550 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Nikon Z fc will offer greater detail having an extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JX550 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.