Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony WX30
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony WX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand 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 Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Released July 2011

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony WX30 Overview
The following is a in-depth overview of the Fujifilm JX550 and Sony WX30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm JX550 was launched 6 months after the WX30 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm JX550 matches up versus the WX30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony WX30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix JX550 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm JX550 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Sony WX30
Fujifilm JX550 | WX30 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX30 over the Fujifilm JX550
WX30 | Fujifilm JX550 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Sony WX30
Fujifilm JX550 | WX30 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | Similar age |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony WX30 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm JX550 has exterior measurements 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 WX30 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm JX550 and Sony WX30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 compared to the WX30.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm JX550 and WX30 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony WX30 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking specs. The pic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX550 and WX30.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs though you would want to factor the age of the products into consideration.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony WX30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony WX30 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JX550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2011-07-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface 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 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | XtraFine TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 113 grams (0.25 lbs) | 117 grams (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
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 life | - | 250 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $200 | $259 |