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Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic SZ1

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
40
Overall
39
Fujifilm FinePix T550 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 front
Portability
95
Imaging
38
Features
34
Overall
36

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic SZ1 Key Specs

Fujifilm T550
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F) lens
  • 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
  • Released January 2013
Panasonic SZ1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 131g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
  • Released January 2012
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Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic SZ1 Overview

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic SZ1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T550 was introduced 13 months after the SZ1 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm T550 matches up vs the SZ1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Panasonic SZ1

 Fujifilm T550 SZ1 
ReleasedJanuary 2013January 2012Newer by 13 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ1 over the Fujifilm T550

 SZ1 Fujifilm T550 

Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Panasonic SZ1

 Fujifilm T550 SZ1 
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing3"3"Equivalent display measurement
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither offers Touch friendly display

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic SZ1 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm T550 offers external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm T550 versus the SZ1.

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic SZ1 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm T550 and SZ1 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic SZ1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic SZ1 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm T550 and SZ1.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images but you will need to take the age of the products into consideration. The more modern Fujifilm T550 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic SZ1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic SZ1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic SZ1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm T550 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic SZ1 as a Portrait photography camera
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megapixel count good (16MP)
has face detection autofocus
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
34
good resolution (16MP)
includes face detect autofocus
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Street photography information
Panasonic SZ1 Street photography information
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (136 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (131 grams)
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Sports photography info
Panasonic SZ1 Sports photography info
44
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
has tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
40
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
includes tracking focus
max fps low (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Travel photography factors
Panasonic SZ1 Travel photography factors
75
lighter than competition (136 grams)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
fairly wide (24mm)
very long reach (288mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
70
lighter than average (131 grams)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
quite wide (25mm)
long reach (250mm)
missing Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic SZ1 Landscape photography highlights
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fairly wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
good sized screen (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
no manual exposure
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
42
quite wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
no manual control
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Vlogging advice
Panasonic SZ1 Vlogging advice
35
fairly wide (24mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection autofocus
lighter than competition (136 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external mic jack
32
quite wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect autofocus
lighter than average (131 grams)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing mic support
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Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic SZ1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm T550 and Panasonic SZ1
 Fujifilm FinePix T550Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix T550 Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Released 2013-01-07 2012-01-09
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 16MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4608 x 3440 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points - 23
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-288mm (12.0x) 25-250mm (10.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/3.1-5.9
Macro focusing distance - 4cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate - 1.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 5.60 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
External flash
AE bracketing
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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format H.264, Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
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 lbs) 131 grams (0.29 lbs)
Dimensions 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" 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 - 250 images
Battery style - 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
Cost at release $160 $179