Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus TG-3
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus TG-3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Launched March 2014
- Renewed by Olympus TG-4

Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus TG-3 Overview
The following is a extensive comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus TG-3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the TG-3 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JX550 was introduced 3 years earlier than the TG-3 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm JX550 scores versus the TG-3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus TG-3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 and Olympus Tough TG-3. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery and Olympus TG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Olympus TG-3
Fujifilm JX550 | TG-3 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-3 over the Fujifilm JX550
TG-3 | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
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Launched | March 2014 | ![]() | January 2012 | Newer by 27 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Olympus TG-3
Fujifilm JX550 | TG-3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus TG-3 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm JX550 has got outer 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) whilst the Olympus TG-3 has specifications of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus TG-3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 against the TG-3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX550 and TG-3 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus TG-3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX550 and TG-3.
As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you may want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm JX550 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus TG-3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm JX550 vs Olympus TG-3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Olympus Tough TG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Olympus Tough TG-3 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2012-01-05 | 2014-03-31 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 113 grams (0.25 lbs) | 247 grams (0.54 lbs) |
Dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 330 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $200 | $350 |