Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony TX1
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony TX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Revealed August 2009

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony TX1 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Fujifilm JX550 and Sony TX1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and TX1 (10MP) and the Fujifilm JX550 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") possess different sensor measurements.

The Fujifilm JX550 was launched 2 years later than the TX1 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm JX550 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm JX550 scores against the TX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony TX1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Sony TX1
Fujifilm JX550 | TX1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 30 months |
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Fujifilm JX550
TX1 | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Sony TX1
Fujifilm JX550 | TX1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm JX550 features exterior dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Sony TX1 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm JX550 and Sony TX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 against the TX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX550 and TX1 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm JX550 and TX1.
Clearly, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm JX550 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm JX550 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm JX550 provides an advantage in sensor tech.

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Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony TX1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2009-08-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1250 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 113 grams (0.25 lbs) | 142 grams (0.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $200 | $350 |