Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST6500
95 Imaging
38 Features
22 Overall
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99 Imaging
38 Features
29 Overall
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST6500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 102 x 57 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
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Below is a detailed review of the Fujifilm JX550 versus Samsung ST6500, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Fujifilm JX550 was launched 12 months later than the ST6500 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm JX550 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm JX550 grades versus the ST6500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 and Samsung ST6500. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Samsung ST6500
| Fujifilm JX550 | ST6500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2012 | January 2011 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST6500 over the Fujifilm JX550
| ST6500 | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
| Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) | |
| Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Samsung ST6500
| Fujifilm JX550 | ST6500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
| Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST6500 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JX550 provides exterior dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Samsung ST6500 has dimensions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm JX550 versus Samsung ST6500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 vs the ST6500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX550 and ST6500 is 95 and 99 respectively.
Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST6500 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX550 and ST6500.
Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of images though you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account. The newer Fujifilm JX550 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Samsung ST6500 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Samsung ST6500 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Samsung |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Samsung ST6500 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | - |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | 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/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.50 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance 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 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic 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) | - |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 102 x 57 x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" 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 | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $200 | - |