Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic SZ1
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Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic SZ1 Key Specs
(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
(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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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").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 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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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix T550 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm T550 Gallery & Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Panasonic SZ1
| Fujifilm T550 | SZ1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2013 | January 2012 | Newer 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 type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurement | |
| Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The 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.

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 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.
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Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic SZ1 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Panasonic 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 |