Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FZ100
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Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FZ100 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 540g - 124 x 82 x 92mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Newer Model is Panasonic FZ200
Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FZ100 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FZ100, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the FZ100 (14MP) is very close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe Fujifilm T550 was launched 2 years later than the FZ100 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm T550 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm T550 matches up vs the FZ100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FZ100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix T550 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm T550 Gallery and Panasonic FZ100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Panasonic FZ100
Fujifilm T550 | FZ100 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | July 2010 | Fresher by 31 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ100 over the Fujifilm T550
FZ100 | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Panasonic FZ100
Fujifilm T550 | FZ100 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FZ100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm T550 provides physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ100 has sizing of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FZ100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm T550 against the FZ100.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T550 and FZ100 is 95 and 67 respectively.
Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FZ100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The visual below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm T550 and FZ100.
All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm T550 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm T550 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic FZ100 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2010-07-21 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 9.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 136 gr (0.30 lbs) | 540 gr (1.19 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 124 x 82 x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $160 | $500 |