Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Kodak M550

Following is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Kodak M550, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Kodak. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and M550 (12MP) and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and M550 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm Z1000EXR was announced 2 years after the M550 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR scores versus the M550 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR & Kodak EasyShare M550. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery & Kodak M550 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR features external measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Kodak M550 has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs the M550.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and M550 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The pic below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and M550.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR having a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR will offer extra detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm Z1000EXR will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.