Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony H55
95 Imaging
39 Features
22 Overall
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92 Imaging
36 Features
28 Overall
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony H55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase 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 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 29mm
- Announced June 2010

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony H55 Overview
Below is a thorough review of the Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony H55, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the H55 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JX550 was revealed 19 months later than the H55 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm JX550 scores versus the H55 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony H55 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Sony H55
Fujifilm JX550 | H55 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | June 2010 | More recent by 19 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H55 over the Fujifilm JX550
H55 | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Sony H55
Fujifilm JX550 | H55 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony H55 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JX550 has got physical 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 Sony H55 has proportions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
See the Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony H55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 and the H55.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm JX550 and H55 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony H55 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX550 and H55.
As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Fujifilm JX550 to produce greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm JX550 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony H55 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-01-05 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Slow Syncro, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 113 grams (0.25 pounds) | 200 grams (0.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 103 x 58 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 ID | NP-45A | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $200 | $235 |