Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax X70
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Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax X70 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
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
- Launched March 2009

Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax X70 Overview
Here is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and X70 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm T550 was brought out 3 years later than the X70 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm T550 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm T550 scores vs the X70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax X70 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix T550 and Pentax X70. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm T550 Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Pentax X70
Fujifilm T550 | X70 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | March 2009 | Fresher by 47 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Fujifilm T550
X70 | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Pentax X70
Fujifilm T550 | X70 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax X70 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm T550 comes with physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Pentax X70 has dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax X70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm T550 against the X70.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm T550 and X70 is 95 and 71 respectively.

Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax X70 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm T550 and X70.
As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm T550 to show greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm T550 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

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Fujifilm T550 vs Pentax X70 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Pentax X70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Pentax X70 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2009-03-02 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 9.10 m |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136 grams (0.30 pounds) | 410 grams (0.90 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") |
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 ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $160 | $200 |