Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Launched January 2014
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Here is a complete review of the Fujifilm JX550 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm JX550 was unveiled 24 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 2 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm JX550 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera 2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
| Fujifilm JX550 | Galaxy Camera 2 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Fujifilm JX550
| Galaxy Camera 2 | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2014 | January 2012 | Fresher by 24 months | |
| Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
| Screen size | 4.8" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+2.1") | |
| Screen resolution | 1037k | 230k | Clearer screen (+807k dot) | |
| Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
| Fujifilm JX550 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JX550 comes with physical dimensions 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 against the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX550 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 95 and 90 respectively.
Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The graphic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX550 and Galaxy Camera 2.
All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you will want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The older Fujifilm JX550 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Samsung |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2012-01-05 | 2014-01-02 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/2.8-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 4.8" |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 1,037k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.50 m | 3.80 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB 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 |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 113 grams (0.25 pounds) | 283 grams (0.62 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 400 photographs |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-45A | Built-in |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $200 | $400 |