Fujifilm T550 vs Sony HX9V

On this page, we are contrasting the Fujifilm T550 versus Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T550 was released 18 months later than the HX9V making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm T550 grades against the HX9V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix T550 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm T550 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm T550 offers physical measurements 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 HX9V has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

See the Fujifilm T550 versus Sony HX9V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm T550 and the HX9V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm T550 and HX9V is 95 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm T550 and HX9V.

As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The newer Fujifilm T550 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.