Fujifilm T550 vs Sony W690
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Fujifilm T550 vs Sony W690 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
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced February 2012

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony W690 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Fujifilm T550 versus Sony W690, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) and the W690 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm T550 was unveiled 11 months after the W690 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm T550 grades versus the W690 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony W690 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix T550 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm T550 Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Sony W690
Fujifilm T550 | W690 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Fujifilm T550
W690 | Fujifilm T550 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Sony W690
Fujifilm T550 | W690 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Fujifilm T550 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm T550 provides physical measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sony W690 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm T550 versus Sony W690 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm T550 and the W690.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm T550 and W690 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The pic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm T550 and W690.
As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos although you should always consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer Fujifilm T550 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony W690 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm T550 vs Sony W690 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-288mm (12.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
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), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 136g (0.30 lbs) | 142g (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 220 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $160 | $297 |