Fujifilm T550 vs Sony G3
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Fujifilm T550 vs Sony G3 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
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
Fujifilm T550 vs Sony G3 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm T550 and Sony G3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and G3 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm T550 was introduced 4 years after the G3 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm T550 matches up vs the G3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm T550 vs Sony G3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix T550 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm T550 Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Sony G3
Fujifilm T550 | G3 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | January 2009 | Newer by 49 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Fujifilm T550
G3 | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen size | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Sony G3
Fujifilm T550 | G3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Fujifilm T550 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm T550 has exterior dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sony G3 has measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm T550 and Sony G3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm T550 vs the G3.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T550 and G3 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm T550 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking specs. The pic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm T550 and G3.
All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Fujifilm T550 to resolve greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm T550 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm T550 vs Sony G3 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-07 | 2009-01-08 |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.5-10.0 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 lb) | 185 grams (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $160 | $200 |