Fujifilm X10 vs Sony H55

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X10 vs Sony H55, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and the H55 (14MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and H55 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X10 was unveiled 2 years later than the H55 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X10 matches up versus the H55 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X10 Gallery & Sony H55 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X10 features exterior dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Sony H55 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X10 vs Sony H55 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X10 compared to the H55.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X10 and H55 is 83 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X10 and H55.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X10 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony H55 will give more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X10 will have an advantage in sensor technology.