Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FX90
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Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FX90 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
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Released August 2011

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FX90 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm T550 and Panasonic FX90, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and FX90 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm T550 was launched 17 months after the FX90 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm T550 matches up vs the FX90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FX90 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix T550 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm T550 Gallery & Panasonic FX90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Panasonic FX90
Fujifilm T550 | FX90 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Fujifilm T550
FX90 | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Panasonic FX90
Fujifilm T550 | FX90 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FX90 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm T550 enjoys outside measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX90 has measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
See the Fujifilm T550 and Panasonic FX90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm T550 against the FX90.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm T550 and FX90 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FX90 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm T550 and FX90.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Fujifilm T550 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm T550 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FX90 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2011-08-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 5.90 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136 grams (0.30 lb) | 149 grams (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | - | 200 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $160 | $227 |