Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST65
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST65 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2011

Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST65 Overview
Following is a thorough overview of the Fujifilm JX550 and Samsung ST65, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JX550 was revealed 12 months after the ST65 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm JX550 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm JX550 matches up against the ST65 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST65 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 and Samsung ST65. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Samsung ST65
Fujifilm JX550 | ST65 | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Fujifilm JX550
ST65 | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Samsung ST65
Fujifilm JX550 | ST65 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST65 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JX550 enjoys physical dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Samsung ST65 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm JX550 and Samsung ST65 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 compared to the ST65.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX550 and ST65 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST65 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The picture below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JX550 and ST65.
As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm JX550 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm JX550 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST65 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST65 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Samsung ST65 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Samsung ST65 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2012-01-05 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | - |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 113g (0.25 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $200 | $130 |