Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony TX20
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony TX20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 133g - 96 x 56 x 18mm
- Launched February 2012
Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony TX20 Overview
Here is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony TX20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Fujifilm JX550 was launched very close to the TX20 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm JX550 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm JX550 matches up vs the TX20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony TX20 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Sony TX20
Fujifilm JX550 | TX20 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX20 over the Fujifilm JX550
TX20 | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Clearer screen (+692k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Sony TX20
Fujifilm JX550 | TX20 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | February 2012 | Similar generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony TX20 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JX550 has physical measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Sony TX20 has proportions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony TX20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 against the TX20.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX550 and TX20 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony TX20 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JX550 and TX20.
As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files though you have to take the release date of the products into consideration.
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony TX20 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2012-01-05 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 113 gr (0.25 lbs) | 133 gr (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 96 x 56 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 250 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $200 | $330 |