Here we are comparing X30 and XQ1, two Compact cameras by Fujifilm. Fujifilm X30 is a Small Sensor Compact class camera and Fujifilm XQ1 is a Ultracompact class camera.
Fujifilm X30 was introduced to the market in August 2014 and Fujifilm XQ1 was launched in November 2013. There is only 9 months difference between X30 and XQ1 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.
This will be an interesting match up as even though these two cameras doesn't have the exact same body type, they are both ranked amongst Top 10 cameras in their classes. Fujifilm X30 is ranked
#2 out of 263 Small Sensor Compact cameras with an overall score of 56 whereas Fujifilm XQ1 is ranked
#1 out of 155 Ultracompact cameras with an overall score of 42.
Here is a brief look at the main features of the Fujifilm X30 and Fujifilm XQ1 before getting into our more detailed comparison.
Let's read on in the following sections in order to better understand in detail how the Fujifilm X30 and Fujifilm XQ1 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.
**This post contains affiliate links, and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.