Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic FX580

Here is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm JX550 versus Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and FX580 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX550 was manufactured 2 years later than the FX580 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm JX550 grades vs the FX580 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery and Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JX550 comes with external dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Panasonic FX580 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm JX550 versus Panasonic FX580 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 against the FX580.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX550 and FX580 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The graphic below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JX550 and FX580.

All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Fujifilm JX550 to render more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm JX550 will have an edge in sensor innovation.