Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Fujifilm HS50 EXR side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Fujifilm F550 EXR has external dimensions of 104 x 63 x 33 mm (4.09 x 2.48 x 1.3″) and weighs 215 g (0.47 lb / 7.58 oz) (including batteries). Fujifilm HS50 EXR has external dimensions of and weighs 808 g (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and the Fujifilm HS50 EXR. Fujifilm F550 EXR is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 31mm narrower, 38mm shorter and 113mm thinner than Fujifilm HS50 EXR.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Fujifilm F550 EXR and Fujifilm HS50 EXR.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Fujifilm F550 EXR and Fujifilm HS50 EXR.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Fujifilm F550 EXR is significantly lighter (593g ) than the Fujifilm HS50 EXR which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR nor Fujifilm FinePix HS50 EXR provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Fujifilm F550 EXR and Fujifilm HS50 EXR's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
On the other hand, Fujifilm HS50 EXR sports a
Fully Articulated screen which you can change the angle and position of the screen almost freely, making it possible to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels, and especially very useful for shooting selfies and video. Fujifilm F550 EXR's LCD screen is a fixed type which provides almost no flexibility in shooting positions compared to HS50 EXR.