Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus FE-5020
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus FE-5020 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-120mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 137g - 93 x 56 x 25mm
- Introduced July 2009
- Also Known as X-935

Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus FE-5020 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus FE-5020, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and FE-5020 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JX550 was unveiled 2 years later than the FE-5020 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Fujifilm JX550 grades vs the FE-5020 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus FE-5020 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 & Olympus FE-5020. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery & Olympus FE-5020 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Olympus FE-5020
Fujifilm JX550 | FE-5020 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | Fresher by 30 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-5020 over the Fujifilm JX550
FE-5020 | Fujifilm JX550 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Olympus FE-5020
Fujifilm JX550 | FE-5020 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus FE-5020 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX550 enjoys physical dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Olympus FE-5020 has measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus FE-5020 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 vs the FE-5020.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX550 and FE-5020 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus FE-5020 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX550 and FE-5020.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Fujifilm JX550 to produce greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm JX550 provides an edge in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus FE-5020 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus FE-5020 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Olympus FE-5020 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Olympus FE-5020 |
Also referred to as | - | X-935 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2009-07-22 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3216 | 3968 x 2976 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 4.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 lbs) | 137 gr (0.30 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 93 x 56 x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | xD-Picture Card, microSD |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $200 | $160 |