Reasons to choose Mega Image 55cx
Released in 2005, Mega Image 55cx has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 5 MP effective resolution, and a 367 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Yakumo Mega Image 55cx
vs Yakumo Mega Image XS
VS
Sensor area
38 mm²
Mega Image 55cx31 mm²
Mega Image XS- Area ratio
- 1.23:1
- Absolute difference
- 7 mm²
- Relative difference
- 23.4%
The Mega Image 55cx has the larger sensor area. More area usually means greater light-gathering potential, though real image quality still depends on sensor architecture and generation.
These cameras were released 1 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
Mega Image 55cxMetricMega Image XS
5 MPEffective pixels3.1 MP
7.11 × 5.33Sensor6.4 × 4.8
2.75 µmPixel pitch3.15 µm
7.58 µm²Pixel area9.91 µm²
13.19 MP/cm²Pixel density10.09 MP/cm²
4.87Crop factor5.41
—Maximum video—
367 gWeight115 g
CompactFlash type IStorageSecure Digital
4x AABattery3x AAA
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The Mega Image 55cx has the larger sensor area. The Mega Image XS has the lighter body. The Mega Image 55cx has the higher effective resolution. The Mega Image XS is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Mega Image XS
Released in 2006, Mega Image XS has about 31 mm² of sensor area, 3.1 MP effective resolution, and a 115 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.