Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic TS6

Below, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic TS6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the TS6 (16MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX550 was released 4 years prior to the TS6 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm JX550 matches up vs the TS6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS6. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery and Panasonic TS6 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm JX550 has external measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Panasonic TS6 has sizing of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm JX550 vs Panasonic TS6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 vs the TS6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX550 and TS6 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX550 and TS6.

Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files though you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm JX550 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.