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Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic FX90

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
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Fujifilm FinePix JX550 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
34
Overall
34

Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic FX90 Key Specs

Fujifilm JX550
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
  • 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
  • Introduced January 2012
Panasonic FX90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
  • 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
  • Released August 2011
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic FX90 Overview

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Fujifilm JX550 versus Panasonic FX90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and FX90 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX550 was launched 5 months after the FX90 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm JX550 matches up versus the FX90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Panasonic FX90

 Fujifilm JX550 FX90 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Fujifilm JX550

 FX90 Fujifilm JX550 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution460k230kCrisper screen (+230k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Panasonic FX90

 Fujifilm JX550 FX90 
ReleasedJanuary 2012August 2011Same age
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic FX90 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX550 features exterior measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Panasonic FX90 has measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm JX550 versus Panasonic FX90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 versus the FX90.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic FX90 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX550 and FX90 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic FX90 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic FX90 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The image here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX550 and FX90.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Fujifilm JX550 to show more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic FX90 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Portrait photography highlights
Panasonic FX90 Portrait photography highlights
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good megapixels (16MP)
no manual focus
no manual control
cannot use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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focusing manually not possible
no manual control
cannot use external flash
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm JX550
Street photography with Panasonic FX90
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lighter than competition in class (113g)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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image stabilization (Optical)
comes with focus via touch
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Sports photography factors
Panasonic FX90 Sports photography factors
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good megapixels (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
low max shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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image stabilization (Optical)
comes with tracking autofocus
painfully slow continuous shooting (4.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
bad battery life (200 per charge)
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Travel photography advice
Panasonic FX90 Travel photography advice
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lighter than competition in class (113 grams)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
relatively wide (26mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
does not have a selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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comes with focus via touch
has built in flash
decently wide (24mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
bad battery life (200 shots)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Landscape photography features
Panasonic FX90 Landscape photography features
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relatively wide (26mm)
good megapixels (16MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
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decently wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
no manual control
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW files
bad battery life (200 CIPA)
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Vlogging advice
Panasonic FX90 Vlogging advice
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relatively wide (26mm)
lighter than competition in class (113 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of mic support
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decently wide (24mm)
touchscreen capability
image stabilization (Optical)
great video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
does not have selfie friendly display
lack of external mic port
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic FX90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JX550 and Panasonic FX90
 Fujifilm FinePix JX550Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90
General Information
Make FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm FinePix JX550 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2012-01-05 2011-08-26
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3216 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 23
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-130mm (5.0x) 24-120mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.5-6.3 f/2.5-5.9
Macro focus distance 10cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230k dot 460k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0fps 4.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.50 m 5.90 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 113 grams (0.25 pounds) 149 grams (0.33 pounds)
Physical dimensions 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9")
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 life - 200 photographs
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $200 $227