Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX550 was released 12 months earlier than the SZ-16 iHS and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm JX550 grades versus the SZ-16 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 & Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery & Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX550 offers 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) while the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 vs the SZ-16 iHS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX550 and SZ-16 iHS is 95 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX550 and SZ-16 iHS.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you should factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm JX550 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.