Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic FH7

Lets take a closer look at the Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic FH7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the FH7 (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX550 was introduced 4 months later than the FH7 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm JX550 matches up versus the FH7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery & Panasonic FH7 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX550 has outside measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Panasonic FH7 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic FH7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 and the FH7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX550 and FH7 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The photograph below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX550 and FH7.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos but you might want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.