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Fujifilm T550 vs Sony W690

Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
40
Overall
39
Fujifilm FinePix T550 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 front
Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
32
Overall
36

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony W690 Key Specs

Fujifilm T550
(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
Sony W690
(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
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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").

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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.

Photography Glossary

				

Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Sony W690

 Fujifilm T550 W690 
AnnouncedJanuary 2013February 2012More modern by 11 months

Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Fujifilm T550

 W690 Fujifilm T550 

Common features in the Fujifilm T550 and Sony W690

 Fujifilm T550 W690 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display sizing
Display resolution230k230kThe 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony W690 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony W690 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm T550 vs Sony W690 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Portrait photography factors
Sony W690 Portrait photography factors
34
megapixel count decent (16MP)
provides face detect focus
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
34
decent MP (16 megapixels)
features face detection focusing
no manual focus
lack of manual mode
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm T550 as a Street photography camera
Sony W690 as a Street photography camera
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors (136 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
57
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm T550 as a Sports photography camera
Sony W690 as a Sports photography camera
44
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
provides tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
40
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
features tracking autofocus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm T550 Travel photography features
Sony W690 Travel photography features
75
lighter than competitors (136g)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
really wide (24mm)
very long zoom (288mm)
fast max aperture (f)
missing Timelapse mode
does not have a selfie friendly screen
68
decent MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
rather wide (25mm)
great reach (250mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm T550
Landscape photography with Sony W690
47
really wide (24mm)
fast max aperture (f)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not available
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
43
rather wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
lack of manual mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm T550 as a Vlogging camera
Sony W690 as a Vlogging camera
35
really wide (24mm)
fast max aperture (f)
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect focus
lighter than competitors (136 grams)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone socket
31
rather wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection focusing
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external microphone port
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Fujifilm T550 vs Sony W690 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm T550 and Sony W690
 Fujifilm FinePix T550Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690
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