Fujifilm T550 vs Panasonic SZ3

Let's look much closer at the Fujifilm T550 versus Panasonic SZ3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T550 was revealed very close to the SZ3 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm T550 matches up versus the SZ3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix T550 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm T550 Gallery and Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm T550 comes with exterior 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 SZ3 has specifications of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm T550 versus Panasonic SZ3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm T550 against the SZ3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm T550 and SZ3 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The picture here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm T550 and SZ3.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.