Fujifilm T550 vs Nikon S6500
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Fujifilm T550 vs Nikon S6500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 95 x 58 x 26mm
- Launched January 2013

Fujifilm T550 vs Nikon S6500 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm T550 vs Nikon S6500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm T550 was unveiled within a month of the S6500 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm T550 scores vs the S6500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm T550 vs Nikon S6500 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix T550 & Nikon Coolpix S6500. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm T550 Gallery & Nikon S6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Nikon S6500
Fujifilm T550 | S6500 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6500 over the Fujifilm T550
S6500 | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Nikon S6500
Fujifilm T550 | S6500 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Similar age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Fujifilm T550 vs Nikon S6500 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm T550 features exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Nikon S6500 has dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm T550 vs Nikon S6500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm T550 against the S6500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T550 and S6500 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm T550 vs Nikon S6500 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking technical specs. The image here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm T550 and S6500.
As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures although you will want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration.

Fujifilm T550 vs Nikon S6500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm T550 vs Nikon S6500 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-07 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | AMOLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136g (0.30 pounds) | 250g (0.55 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 95 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $160 | $170 |