Fujifilm JX550 vs Nikon Z5

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Fujifilm JX550 and Nikon Z5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and Z5 (24MP) and the Fujifilm JX550 (1/2.3") and Z5 (Full frame) possess different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm JX550 was launched 9 years before the Z5 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm JX550 being a Compact camera and the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm JX550 grades vs the Z5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 and Nikon Z5. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery and Nikon Z5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm JX550 enjoys physical measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z5 has specifications of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 compared to the Z5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX550 and Z5 is 95 and 62 respectively.

Normally, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX550 and Z5.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm JX550 due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Nikon Z5 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JX550 is going to be behind in sensor tech.