Fujifilm T550 vs Fujifilm XF1

Here is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm T550 versus Fujifilm XF1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by FujiFilm. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm T550 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm T550 was introduced 4 months later than the Fujifilm XF1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm T550 grades versus the Fujifilm XF1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix T550 and Fujifilm XF1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm T550 Gallery and Fujifilm XF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm T550 offers external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Fujifilm XF1 has sizing of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm T550 versus Fujifilm XF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm T550 vs the Fujifilm XF1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T550 and Fujifilm XF1 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm T550 and Fujifilm XF1.

As you can see, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm T550 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Fujifilm T550 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively.