• 1/2 inch 30.7mm2
  • 16.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 360.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 20.0 megapixels
  • 24.00mm - 240.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Fujifilm F550EXR advantages over Canon 150 IS

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.39 vs 1.20 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • RAW file ability
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • More telephoto lens reach
    360 mm vs 240 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Built-in GPS
    GPS vs None
    Geotag your photos
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 300 vs 230 shots
    Capture more photos
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • More dots on screen
    461k vs 230k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    8.0 fps vs 0.8 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Higher extended ISO
    12800 vs 1600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Canon 150 IS advantages over Fujifilm F550EXR

  • Less expensive
    $150 vs $350 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Larger lens aperture
    f/3.0 vs f/3.5
    Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
  • Thinner
    23 mm vs 32 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    142g vs 215g
    Lighter weight
  • More pixels
    20.0 vs 16.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Longer exposure
    15 vs 8 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm F300EXR

Fujifilm F550EXR
Fujifilm F300EXR
  • $350
  • 1/2 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • Built-in GPS
  • $254
  • 1/2 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Shoots 24p video

Compare Fujifilm F550EXR vs Fujifilm F300EXR

Canon 150 IS
Fujifilm F300EXR
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $254
  • 1/2 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Canon 150 IS vs Fujifilm F300EXR

Compared to Fujifilm F500EXR

Fujifilm F550EXR
Fujifilm F500EXR
  • $350
  • 1/2 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • Built-in GPS
  • $284
  • 1/2 inch

Compare Fujifilm F550EXR vs Fujifilm F500EXR

Canon 150 IS
Fujifilm F500EXR
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $284
  • 1/2 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Canon 150 IS vs Fujifilm F500EXR

Compared to Fujifilm F600EXR

Fujifilm F550EXR
Fujifilm F600EXR
  • $350
  • 1/2 inch
  • Built-in GPS
  • Shoots 60p video
  • $271
  • 1/2 inch

Compare Fujifilm F550EXR vs Fujifilm F600EXR

Canon 150 IS
Fujifilm F600EXR
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger lens aperture
  • $271
  • 1/2 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • RAW file ability

Compare Canon 150 IS vs Fujifilm F600EXR

Compared to Panasonic SZ3

Fujifilm F550EXR
Panasonic SZ3
  • $350
  • 1/2 inch
  • RAW file ability
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $125
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Thinner
  • Shoots 24p video

Compare Fujifilm F550EXR vs Panasonic SZ3

Canon 150 IS
Panasonic SZ3
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • More pixels
  • $125
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Shoots 24p video
  • Longer exposure

Compare Canon 150 IS vs Panasonic SZ3

Compared to Canon 190 IS

Fujifilm F550EXR
Canon 190 IS
  • $350
  • 1/2 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • RAW file ability
  • $189
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Larger lens aperture
  • Built-in Wi-Fi

Compare Fujifilm F550EXR vs Canon 190 IS

Canon 150 IS
Canon 190 IS
  • $149
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $189
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • NFC

Compare Canon 150 IS vs Canon 190 IS

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