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Fujifilm XQ1 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Comparison

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12 MP | 2/3" (8.8 x 6.6 mm) CMOS X-TRANS II Sensor

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Fujifilm XQ1 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing XQ1 and XQ2, two Ultracompact cameras by Fujifilm. Both Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 cameras have 12.0MP 2/3-inch sensors. Fujifilm XQ1 was introduced to market in November 2013 and Fujifilm XQ2 was launched in January 2015. There is 14 months difference between XQ1 and XQ2 so we don't expect to see a huge technology difference between these two cameras but it would still give an advantage to younger XQ2, especially in sensor tech.

We can expect this to be a close match up because both models are ranked amongst the best in Ultracompact cameras. Out of 152 cameras in this class, Fujifilm XQ1 is ranked #1 with an overall score of 52 and Fujifilm XQ2 is ranked #2 with an overall score of 52.

Here is a brief look at the main features of Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Fujifilm XQ1 Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2013-11-26
  • 12MP - 2/3-inch CMOS X-TRANS II Sensor
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • 25-100 mm F1.8-4.9 Zoom Lens
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3" Fixed Type Screen
  • 12 fps continuous shooting
  • Full HD - 1920 x 1080 video resolution
  • Built-in Wireless
  • 206g. 100 x 59 x 33 mm

Fujifilm XQ2 Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2015-01-14
  • 12MP - 2/3-inch CMOS X-TRANS II Sensor
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • 25-100 mm F1.8-4.9 Zoom Lens
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3" Fixed Type Screen
  • 12.0 fps continuous shooting
  • Full HD - 1920 x 1080 video resolution
  • Built-in Wireless
  • 206g. 100 x 59 x 33 mm
  • Replaced Fujifilm XQ1 Compare

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 compares and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.

Reasons to choose Fujifilm XQ1 over Fujifilm XQ2


Reasons to choose Fujifilm XQ2 over Fujifilm XQ1

Common Strengths of Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2
Wireless Connection
Yes vs Yes Better connectivity
Image Stabilization
Optical vs Optical Sharper images at longer focal lengths and long exposures
Built-in Flash
Yes vs Yes Useful in low-light
RAW Support
Yes vs Yes Better image quality
Face Detection Focus
Yes vs Yes very handy for portraits
LCD Screen Resolution
920k dots vs 920k dots High resolution screens
Continuous Shooting
12.0fps vs 12.0fps Fast shooting speeds
Manual Focusing
Yes vs Yes both have manual focusing modes
Manual Exposure
Yes vs Yes better exposure control
Max Aperture - Wide
1.80 vs 1.80 Fast lenses at wide
AE Bracketing
Yes vs Yes Useful for tough lighting conditions and HDR
Common Weaknesses of Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2
Fixed Screen
Fixed Type vs No No flexible viewing angles
External Flash Shoe
No vs No Not suitable for flash photography
Viewfinder
None vs None No eye-level shooting option
Environmental Sealing
No vs No not suitable for tough conditions
Fujifilm XQ1 vs Fujifilm XQ2: Physical Specs and Body features Comparison

Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs. In this section, We are going to illustrate Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Fujifilm XQ1 has external dimensions of 100 x 59 x 33 mm (3.94 x 2.32 x 1.3″) and weighs 206 g (0.45 lb / 7.27 oz) (including batteries). Fujifilm XQ2 has external dimensions of 100 x 59 x 33 mm (3.94 x 2.32 x 1.3″) and weighs 206 g (0.45 lb / 7.27 oz) (including batteries).

Below you can see the front view size comparison of Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2. In this case, we can see that Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 have the exact same height, width and thickness.

Fujifilm XQ1 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Camera Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View

Here is the back view size comparison of Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2.

Fujifilm XQ1 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Camera Size Comparison - Back View
Comparison image of Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 Size and Weight - Back View

Now lets look at the top view comparison of Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2.
Fujifilm XQ1 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Camera Size Comparison - Top View
Top View Comparison image of Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 Size

Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day. Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 have exactly the same weight of 206g.

Weight Comparison

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Thickness Comparison

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Weather Sealing

Unfortunately neither Fujifilm XQ1 nor Fujifilm XQ2 provides any type of weather sealing in their body, 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

LCD Screen Size and Features

Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".

Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.
Fujifilm XQ1 vs Fujifilm XQ2: Sensor Comparison

Both Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 have 2/3-inch sized 12.0 MP resolution sensors so sensor size and resolution is not a differentiator between these two cameras.

Below you can see the XQ1 and XQ2 sensor size comparison.

Fujifilm XQ1 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Sensor Size Comparison
Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 Cameras


Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 have sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture.

Fujifilm XQ1 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Lens Specs Comparison

Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 features 25-100 mm F1.8-4.9 4× zoom lenses so they have the same focal range and light collecting ability.

Both cameras have a wide angle coverage of 25mm and have the same max aperture of f1.80 at this focal length. Both cameras have a tele angle reach of 100mm and have the same max aperture of f4.90 at this focal length.

Wide Coverage

Compact Cameras

XQ1
XQ2
Widest - Ricoh WG-M1
Average
Telezoom

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XQ1
XQ2
Longest - Canon SX520 HS
Average
Max Aperture at Tele

Compact Cameras

XQ1
XQ2
Fastest - Ricoh GR Digital IV
Average
Max Aperture at Wide

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XQ1
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Fastest - Leica D-Lux 6
Average
What types of Photography are Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 Good for?
In this section, we rank and compare Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 for five different photography types in order to make your decision process easier in case you are specifically interested in one or more of these areas.

Fujifilm XQ1 for Portrait Photography

AVERAGE

Fujifilm XQ2 for Portrait Photography

AVERAGE
Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Average Resolution Sensor: 12.0MP
Small 2/3" (8.8 x 6.6 mm) sensor
No External Flash Shoe
No Built-in Viewfinder
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
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Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Average Resolution Sensor: 12.0MP
Small 2/3" (8.8 x 6.6 mm) sensor
No External Flash Shoe
No Built-in Viewfinder
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
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Fujifilm XQ1 for Street Photography

GOOD

Fujifilm XQ2 for Street Photography

GOOD
Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Small Body
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Fast Lens at Wide: f1.80
25 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Small 2/3" (8.8 x 6.6 mm) sensor
No Built-in Viewfinder
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Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Small Body
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Fast Lens at Wide: f1.80
25 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Small 2/3" (8.8 x 6.6 mm) sensor
No Built-in Viewfinder
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Fujifilm XQ1 for Sports Photography

POOR

Fujifilm XQ2 for Sports Photography

POOR
Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Fast Continuous Shooting: 12.0fps
Fast Max shutter speed: 1/4000s
Wireless Connection
No External Flash Shoe
No Built-in Viewfinder
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
Environmental Sealings
Unknown Focus Points
Poor Battery Life: 240 shots
100 mm Tele Lens
Read the details
Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Fast Continuous Shooting: 12.0fps
Fast Max shutter speed: 1/4000s
Wireless Connection
No External Flash Shoe
No Built-in Viewfinder
Not so good Ergonomics&Handling
Environmental Sealings
Focus Points
Poor Battery Life: 240 shots
100 mm Tele Lens
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Fujifilm XQ1 for Daily Photography

GOOD

Fujifilm XQ2 for Daily Photography

GOOD
RAW shooting capability
Compact Body
206g
4.0X Optical Zoom
Small 2/3" (8.8 x 6.6 mm) sensor
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RAW shooting capability
Compact Body
206g
4.0X Optical Zoom
Small 2/3" (8.8 x 6.6 mm) sensor
Read the details

Fujifilm XQ1 for Landscape Photography

POOR

Fujifilm XQ2 for Landscape Photography

POOR
RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
25 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average Resolution Sensor: 12.0MP
Small 2/3" (8.8 x 6.6 mm) sensor
No Environmental Sealings
Read the details
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
25 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average Resolution Sensor: 12.0MP
Small 2/3" (8.8 x 6.6 mm) sensor
No Environmental Sealings
Read the details

Fujifilm XQ1 vs Fujifilm XQ2: OUR DECISION

You may have already made your decision about which camera suits better for your needs and your budget so far but in case you wonder how we rated Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2, below you can find their scores in five different aspects. Our Decision Algorithm dynamically scores cameras using 63 different specs, current price and DxO Mark scores (where possible) in order to make a more objective and consistent comparison.

Here is a summary of how Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 scores compare:

Fujifilm XQ1
Imaging
Features
Value
Portability
Overall
Ranked #3 out of 155 in Ultracompact cameras
Ranked #441 out of 1223 in all Cameras
Fujifilm XQ2
Imaging
Features
Value
Portability
Overall
Ranked #2 out of 155 in Ultracompact cameras
Ranked #440 out of 1223 in all Cameras

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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Fujifilm XQ1 Specs Table
Detailed comparison of specifications
General Fujifilm XQ1 Fujifilm XQ2
Brand Fujifilm Fujifilm
Announced 2013-11-26 2015-01-14
Body Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor
Type CMOS X-TRANS II CMOS X-TRANS II
Size 2/3-inch 2/3-inch
Dimensions 8.8 x 6.6 mm 8.8 x 6.6 mm
Area 58.08mm2 58.08mm2
Megapixels 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Max Resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max Native Light sensitivity 12,800 ISO 12,800 ISO
Min Native Light sensitivity 100 ISO 100 ISO
RAW Support
Autofocus
AF Touch
AF Continuous
AF Single
AF Tracking
AF Selective
AF Center
AF Multi Area
AF Live View
AF Face Detection
AF Contrast Detection
AF Phase Detection
Number of Focus Points n/a n/a
Lens
Manual Focus
Lens Mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens Focal Range 25-100 mm (4×) 25-100 mm (4×)
Max Aperture F1.8-4.9 F1.8-4.9
Macro Focus Range 3cm 3cm
Screen
Type Fixed type Fixed type
Size 3" 3"
Resolution 920k dots 920k dots
Touch Screen
Viewfinder
Viewfinder None None
Photography Features
Max Mechanical Shutter 1/4000s 1/4000s
Shutter Priority
Aperture Priority
Manual Exposure Mode
Custom White Balance
Image Stabilization Optical Optical
Built-in Flash
Flash Range 7.40 m (at Auto ISO) 7.40 m (at Auto ISO)
External Flash
Continuous Shooting 12.0 fps 12.0 fps
Multi-Segment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF-Area
Center Weighted
AE Bracketing
WB Bracketing
Video Features
Max Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080
Video Formats MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Microphone Port
Headphone Port
Connectivity
Wireless Connectivity Built-In Built-In
HDMI
Physical
Environmental Sealing
Weight 206g 206g
Dimensions 100 x 59 x 33mm 100 x 59 x 33mm
Battery Life 240 shots 240 shots
Other Features
Timelapse Recording
GPS None None
DxO Sensor Scores
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