Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung NX10

Following is a in-depth review of the Fujifilm JX550 and Samsung NX10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm JX550 (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm JX550 was launched 22 months after the NX10 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm JX550 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm JX550 grades vs the NX10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 & Samsung NX10. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery & Samsung NX10 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JX550 enjoys external dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX10 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 compared to the NX10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX550 and NX10 is 95 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JX550 and NX10.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm JX550 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Fujifilm JX550 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm JX550 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.