Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic GF8

Here is a extensive comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic GF8, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the GF8 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm JX550 (1/2.3") and GF8 (Four Thirds) have different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm JX550 was released 5 years prior to the GF8 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm JX550 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm JX550 scores vs the GF8 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery & Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JX550 has exterior dimensions 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 GF8 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 vs the GF8.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX550 and GF8 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The photograph below may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX550 and GF8.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm JX550 uses the tinier sensor which should make getting bokeh trickier. The older Fujifilm JX550 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.