Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic S2
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Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic S2 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
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 112g - 98 x 57 x 21mm
- Released January 2012

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic S2 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic S2, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the S2 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm T550 was brought out 13 months after the S2 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm T550 matches up vs the S2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic S2 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix T550 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm T550 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Panasonic S2
Fujifilm T550 | S2 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 13 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S2 over the Fujifilm T550
S2 | Fujifilm T550 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Panasonic S2
Fujifilm T550 | S2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic S2 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm T550 enjoys external measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic S2 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic S2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm T550 vs the S2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T550 and S2 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic S2 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The picture here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm T550 and S2.
As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm T550 to produce extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm T550 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic S2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic S2 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | 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 | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 grams (0.30 pounds) | 112 grams (0.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 98 x 57 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 280 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $160 | $109 |