Fujifilm XQ2

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    Highlights

    • 12 MP 2/3-inch CMOS Sensor
    • 100 - 12,800 Native ISO
    • Image Stabilization
    • 3.0" 920k dot Fixed Screen
    • 12.0 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
    • Built-in Flash
    • Built-In Wi-Fi
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    Overview

    Fujifilm XQ2 was announced in 2015 and is a 2/3-inch (8.8 x 6.6 mm) Ultra Compact camera with 12 Megapixel CMOS sensor. Its native ISO ranges from 100 to 12,800. The camera has a Fixed 3.0" screen with 920k dot resolution. It has an image stabilization.

    Fujifilm XQ2 can capture video up to 1920 x 1080 resolution.


    Here is the Fujifilm XQ series lineup, where you can view and compare the main specifications of the cameras within the same series.

    Fujifilm XQ series lineup
    Model Date Sensor Native ISO Screen Price
    Image cannot be found Fujifilm XQ2 January
    2015
    12 MP
    2/3-inch
    100 - 12,800 Fixed 3.0"
    920k dot
    Image cannot be found Fujifilm XQ1 November
    2013
    12 MP
    2/3-inch
    100 - 12,800 Fixed 3.0"
    920k dot

    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Fujifilm XQ2 vs XQ1.

    Pros and Cons

    In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm XQ2.

    PROS

    •   Cheap
    •   Video Capture
    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
    •   Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Built-in Flash
    •   HDMI Output
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   Light - 206 g (0.45 lb / 7.27 oz)
    •   Internal Storage
    •   Orientation Sensor

    CONS

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
    •   Timelapse Recording
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   No External Flash Connectivity
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots

    And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

    AVERAGE

    •   100 Lowest Native ISO
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
    •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 12.0 fps

    Predecessor

    Here we are comparing Fujifilm XQ2 to its predecessor XQ1 and displaying the major changes.

    UPGRADES Fujifilm XQ2 vs Fujifilm XQ1
    Cheaper $399 vs $499.95/£349.95
    Tracking Autofocus vs
    Built-in Microphone Stereo vs Mono

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Fujifilm XQ2 vs XQ1.

    Screen

    Fixed screen

    Fujifilm XQ2 has a 3.0" Fixed screen with 920k dot resolution.

    Sensor

    Fujifilm XQ2 features a 12 megapixel 2/3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 8.8 x 6.6 mm and a total area of 58.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,800.

    Photography Features

    Camera is equipped with EXR Processor II processor and can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolutions like 4000 x 2664, 4000 x 2248, 2992 x 2992, 2816 x 2112, 2816 x 1864, 2816 x 1584, , 2112 x 2112, 2048 x x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080, 1536 x 1536 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


    Image Stabilization

    The camera has an image stabilization.

    Check out the cameras which are frequently compared to Fujifilm XQ2.

    Connectivity, Battery and Storage

    Built-in Wi-Fi

    Camera has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
      Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


    USB Input and HDMI Output

    Fujifilm XQ2 has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer. There is a Micro HDMI connector for video signal output.


    Battery

    Fujifilm XQ2 comes with NP-48 battery pack with battery life of 240 shots.


    Internal Storage and External Storage Slots

    The camera has 66 MB internal storage and a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

    Other Features

    Shutter

    Fujifilm XQ2's shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec. Camera can shoot continuously up to 12.0 fps.


    Flash

    Fujifilm XQ2 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 7.40 m at Auto ISO.

    Physical Parameters

    Fujifilm XQ2 has dimensions of 100 x 59 x 33 mm (3.94 x 2.32 x 1.3"). It weighs 206 g (0.45 lb / 7.27 oz), so it is a lightweight camera.

    100 mm (3.94")

    59 mm (2.32")

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    33 mm (1.3")

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    Fujifilm XQ2 dimensions

    Fujifilm XQ2 for Different Types of Photography

    We give scores to the camera for different type of photography based on its features and specifications. Let us see how Fujifilm XQ2 is suitable for six different types of photography.


    Landscape Photography

    AVERAGE
    57

    Fujifilm XQ2 gets a score of 57 and is AVERAGE choice for Landscape photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing

    Sports Photography

    GOOD
    75

    Fujifilm XQ2 gets a score of 75 and is GOOD choice for Sports photography.

    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
    •   Face Detection
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 12.0 fps
    •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Wildlife Photography

    AVERAGE
    69

    Fujifilm XQ2 gets a score of 69 and is AVERAGE choice for Wildlife photography.

    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 12.0 fps
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Portrait Photography

    GOOD
    77

    Fujifilm XQ2 gets a score of 77 and is GOOD choice for Portrait photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Face Detection
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
    •   No External Flash Connectivity
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Street Photography

    EXCELLENT
    85

    Fujifilm XQ2 gets a score of 85 and is EXCELLENT choice for Street photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 206 g (0.45 lb / 7.27 oz)

    Travel Photography

    EXCELLENT
    86

    Fujifilm XQ2 gets a score of 86 and is EXCELLENT choice for Travel photography.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 206 g (0.45 lb / 7.27 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots

    Fujifilm XQ2 Evaluation

    We evaluate Fujifilm XQ2 and give score of 66 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


    OVERALL
    66

    Sensor

    AVERAGE
    59

    We give Fujifilm XQ2 a score of 59 for Sensor parameters.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
    •   100 Lowest Native ISO
    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO

    Photo

    GOOD
    70

    We give Fujifilm XQ2 a score of 70 for Photo parameters.

    •   Timelapse Recording
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 12.0 fps
    •   No External Flash Connectivity

    Video

    POOR
    46

    We give Fujifilm XQ2 a score of 46 for Video parameters.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

    Focusing

    EXCELLENT
    92

    We give Fujifilm XQ2 a score of 92 for Focusing parameters.

    •   Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus

    Screen and Viewfinder

    AVERAGE
    57

    We give Fujifilm XQ2 a score of 57 for Screen and Viewfinder parameters.

    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
    •   No Viewfinder

    Connectivity

    GOOD
    75

    We give Fujifilm XQ2 a score of 75 for Connectivity parameters.

    •   HDMI Output
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth

    Battery, Storage and Physical

    POOR
    42

    We give Fujifilm XQ2 a score of 42 for Battery, Storage and Physical parameters.

    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 206 g (0.45 lb / 7.27 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots
    •   Internal Storage


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