Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony H55
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Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony H55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 175g - 99 x 68 x 26mm
- Released January 2012
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm XP30
- New Model is Fujifilm XP60
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 200g - 103 x 58 x 29mm
- Announced June 2010

Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony H55 Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm XP50 and Sony H55, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) and the H55 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm XP50 was brought out 19 months after the H55 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm XP50 scores versus the H55 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony H55 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix XP50 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm XP50 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP50 over the Sony H55
Fujifilm XP50 | H55 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 19 months |
Reasons to pick Sony H55 over the Fujifilm XP50
H55 | Fujifilm XP50 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm XP50 and Sony H55
Fujifilm XP50 | H55 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony H55 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XP50 enjoys outer dimensions of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony H55 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).
See the Fujifilm XP50 and Sony H55 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XP50 and the H55.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XP50 and H55 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony H55 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XP50 and H55.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of images however you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent Fujifilm XP50 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm XP50 vs Sony H55 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix XP50 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 |
Category | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-01-05 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 9cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Slow Syncro, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | 175 grams (0.39 lb) | 200 grams (0.44 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 68 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") | 103 x 58 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | ||
Battery life | 220 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-45A | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo/ PRO HG-Duo, SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $180 | $235 |