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Fujifilm T550 vs Sony G3

Portability
95
Imaging
40
Features
40
Overall
40
Fujifilm FinePix T550 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
30
Overall
31

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony G3 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
  • Launched January 2013
Sony G3
(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
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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 Glossary

The 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.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Sony G3

 Fujifilm T550 G3 
LaunchedJanuary 2013January 2009Newer by 49 months

Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Fujifilm T550

 G3 Fujifilm T550 
Focus manually Dial accurate focus
Screen size3.5"3"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution921k230kClearer screen (+691k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Sony G3

 Fujifilm T550 G3 
Screen typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony G3 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T550 and G3 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony G3 top view buttons comparison

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.

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony G3 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony G3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Portrait photography factors
Sony G3 Portrait photography factors
35
good MP (16 megapixels)
features face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
26
focusing manually
no manual control
can't use external flash
MP count low (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Street photography details
Sony G3 Street photography details
63
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (136g)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm T550
Sports photography with Sony G3
45
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
features tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
23
built in image stabilization (Optical)
low max shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
max fps very slow (2.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
MP count low (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm T550
Travel photography with Sony G3
76
lighter than average in class (136 grams)
good MP (16MP)
built-in flash
fairly wide (24mm)
great zoom (288mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
does not contain selfie friendly display
50
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse function
MP count low (10 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Landscape photography highlights
Sony G3 Landscape photography highlights
48
fairly wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
screen size is good (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not available
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
36
focusing manually
screen larger than average (3.5 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
MP count low (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Vlogging information
Sony G3 Vlogging information
35
fairly wide (24mm)
very good maximum aperture (f)
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focus
lighter than average in class (136g)
does not contain selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic port
27
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly display
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have mic support
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Fujifilm T550 vs Sony G3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm T550 and Sony G3
 Fujifilm FinePix T550Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3
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