Kodak PIXPRO FZ55 Red
A 5x optical zoom and 28mm wide-angle lens in a 105g body that is smaller than a typical smartphone makes this camera uniquely pocketable for a dedicated device. Its slim design and simple operation prioritize ease of use over technical complexity, with an included SD card holding up to 6000 photos. This is best for beginners, travelers, and concert-goers who want a no-fuss, affordable point-and-shoot to replace their phone without carrying a heavy interchangeable-lens system.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
Cons
- Below average build (1st percentile)
- Below average sensor (11th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (14th percentile)
- Below average video (19th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
ExclusiveBased on when customers actually wrote their reviews - so you can see whether early praise held up.
- Q2 202687/100
Buyers praised the camera's portability, ease of use, and great value. Some noted picture quality could be better but is acceptable for the price.
- Lightweight, compact design perfect for travel and everyday use.
- Very easy to use with simple buttons and menus.
- Picture quality good for size and price, but not the greatest.
- Battery life decent; great value at this price point.
- Q2 202495/100
Buyers praise the camera's value, image quality, portability, and ease of use for travel and everyday photography.
- Great value and image quality for the price, ideal for beginners and pros alike.
- Compact and lightweight, smaller than a smartphone, perfect for travel.
- User-friendly with good battery life, modes, and filters.
- Versatile for concerts, parties, and everyday photography without heavy gear.
- Q1 202490/100
Buyers praised the camera for its portability, ease of use, and value. One noted cheap feel but not fragile.
- Compact and pocket-sized, ideal for travel.
- Easy to operate with good price-to-features ratio.
- Included SD card holds 6000 photos; large file sizes.
- Feels cheap but durable; takes decent pictures for the price.
Based on 19 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | CMOS |
| Size | 1/2.3-inch" |
| Megapixels | 16 MP |
Shooting
| Max Shutter | 1/2000 |
Video
| Max Resolution | 1080p |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 2.7" |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Articulating | No |
Build
| Weight | 0.1 kg / 0.2 lbs |
Connectivity
| Hot Shoe | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Kodak PIXPRO FZ55 | Panasonic Lumix S S5IIX | Nikon D7500 | Sony Alpha a6400 | Pentax K-3 Mark III | OM System OM-5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | compact | mirrorless | DSLR | mirrorless | DSLR | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 16MP 1/2.3-inch | 24.2MP full-frame | 20.9MP aps-c | 24.2MP aps-c | 25.7MP aps-c | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds |
| AF Points | - | 779 | 51 | 425 | 101 | 121 |
| Burst FPS | - | 30 | 8 | 11 | 12 | 30 |
| Video | 1080p | 6K @60fps | 4K @30fps | 4K @30fps | 4K @30fps | 4K @30fps |
| IBIS | false | true | false | false | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 105 | 658 | 640 | 358 | 735 | 366 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | Display | Connectivity | Social Proof | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kodak PIXPRO FZ55 | 30.8 | 33.8 | 0.6 | 26.8 | 19.3 | 10.7 | 44.7 | 50.8 | 14.4 | 63.7 | 31.1 |
| Panasonic Lumix S S5IIX Compare | 96.7 | 86.3 | 96.3 | 89.9 | 92.1 | 46.3 | 89.5 | 81 | 92.7 | 71.3 | 82.9 |
| Nikon D7500 Compare | 55.7 | 68.2 | 83 | 54.9 | 93.8 | 79.2 | 99.2 | 81 | 92.7 | 96.9 | 31.1 |
| Sony Alpha a6400 Compare | 86.2 | 85.1 | 89.5 | 71.8 | 77.4 | 86.4 | 89 | 63.6 | 84.1 | 92.2 | 31.1 |
| Pentax K-3 Mark III Compare | 70.5 | 71.5 | 97.7 | 69.1 | 56.9 | 91.1 | 98.8 | 50.8 | 92.7 | 70.6 | 82.9 |
| OM System OM-5 Compare | 72 | 79.8 | 74.6 | 83.7 | 70.3 | 38.2 | 86.9 | 81 | 84.1 | 66.4 | 90.5 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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Price History
Usage Scores
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