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Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony WX80

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
22
Overall
32
Fujifilm FinePix JX550 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
38
Overall
38

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony WX80 Key Specs

Fujifilm JX550
(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
Sony WX80
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-224mm (F3.3-8.0) lens
  • 124g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
  • Released January 2013
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony WX80 Overview

Following is a thorough overview of the Fujifilm JX550 versus Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JX550 was introduced 12 months before the WX80 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm JX550 grades vs the WX80 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX550 over the Sony WX80

 Fujifilm JX550 WX80 

Reasons to pick Sony WX80 over the Fujifilm JX550

 WX80 Fujifilm JX550 
ReleasedJanuary 2013January 2012More modern by 12 months

Common features in the Fujifilm JX550 and Sony WX80

 Fujifilm JX550 WX80 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen measurements
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony WX80 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm JX550 features outer measurements 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 Sony WX80 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm JX550 versus Sony WX80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm JX550 vs the WX80.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony WX80 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JX550 and WX80 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony WX80 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony WX80 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The image here might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm JX550 and WX80.

To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you may want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged Fujifilm JX550 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony WX80 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony WX80 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony WX80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony WX80 as a Portrait photography camera
30
decent MP (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
34
resolution is good (16MP)
has face detect focusing
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm JX550
Street photography with Sony WX80
56
lighter than competition (113g)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
67
has image stabilization (Optical)
offers focus by touch
lighter than competitors (124 grams)
screen does not articulate
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Sports photography highlights
Sony WX80 Sports photography highlights
32
decent MP (16MP)
includes tracking autofocus
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400 seconds)
max frames per second low (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
44
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has tracking focus
no shutter priority
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Travel photography details
Sony WX80 Travel photography details
68
lighter than competition (113 grams)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (26mm)
missing Timelapse recording
does not have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
71
lighter than competitors (124g)
offers focus by touch
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Landscape photography features
Sony WX80 Landscape photography features
34
reasonably wide (26mm)
decent MP (16MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
missing Timelapse recording
38
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm JX550 Vlogging features
Sony WX80 Vlogging features
28
reasonably wide (26mm)
lighter than competition (113g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone support
35
decently wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors (124 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
lack of mic support
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Fujifilm JX550 vs Sony WX80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm JX550 and Sony WX80
 Fujifilm FinePix JX550Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80
General Information
Company FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm FinePix JX550 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2012-01-05 2013-01-08
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - 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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4608 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest boosted ISO 3200 12800
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-130mm (5.0x) 28-224mm (8.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.5-6.3 f/3.3-8.0
Macro focus range 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 secs 4 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.50 m 4.20 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
External flash
AEB
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 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
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 pounds) 124 grams (0.27 pounds)
Physical dimensions 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9")
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 life - 240 photographs
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery model NP-45A NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Retail cost $200 $276