Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung NX5

Here, we are analyzing the Fujifilm JX550 and Samsung NX5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm JX550 (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm JX550 was announced 20 months after the NX5 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm JX550 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm JX550 grades vs the NX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 & Samsung NX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX550 enjoys exterior measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX5 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 and the NX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX550 and NX5 is 95 and 80 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The image underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX550 and NX5.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm JX550 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Fujifilm JX550 will resolve greater detail with its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm JX550 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.