Fujifilm XQ1 vs Fujifilm XQ2

      Fujifilm XQ1

      Fujifilm XQ2
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm XQ1 and the Fujifilm XQ2, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Fujifilm XQ1 was introduced in November 2013 and Fujifilm XQ2 was introduced in January 2015. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm XQ1 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

      Fujifilm XQ2 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
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Fujifilm XQ2
      4. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      5. Screen
      6. Sensor
      7. Photography Features
      8. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      9. Other Features
      10. Physical Parameters
      11. For Different Types of Photography
      12. Evaluations
      13. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2.

      PROS

      Fujifilm XQ1

      Fujifilm XQ2

      •   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
      •   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

      Fujifilm XQ1

      Fujifilm XQ2

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   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
      •   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

      Fujifilm XQ1

      Fujifilm XQ2

      •   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
      •   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

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      Nikon Z7 II
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      Sony a7 III
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      Canon ELPH 115 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

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      Canon SX240 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

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      Fujifilm X20
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      2/3-inch

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      Olympus VR-320
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Canon SX130 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon SX280 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Olympus TG-5
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      1/2.3-inch

      12 MP

      Canon R5 C
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      Full Frame

      45.0 MP

      Advantage of Fujifilm XQ2

      Fujifilm XQ2
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm XQ2 over Fujifilm XQ1.

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

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      Leica Q-P
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Canon R8
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Sony a6600
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Ricoh G700SE
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      1/2.3-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon 5DS R
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Kodak Z980
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      1/2.33-inch

      12 MP

      Casio EX-FS10
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      1/2.3-inch

      9.10 MP

      Canon R7
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      APS-C

      32.5 MP

      Olympus TG-5
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      1/2.3-inch

      12 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Sony a7 III
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Fujifilm XQ1 Fujifilm XQ2
        Cheap$499.95/£349.95$399
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO12,80012,800
        Face Detection
        Live View Autofocus
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
        HDMI Output Micro Micro
        Built-In Wi-Fi
        Light206 g (0.45 lb / 7.27 oz)206 g (0.45 lb / 7.27 oz)
        Internal Storage66 MB66 MB
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm XQ1 Fujifilm XQ2
        Small Sensor2/3-inch2/3-inch
        Low Resolution Sensor12 Megapixel12 Megapixel
        Timelapse Recording
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        No Viewfinder
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801920 x 1080
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing
        Short Battery Life240 shots240 shots

      Screen

      Screen

      Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 have 3.0" Fixed screens with 920k dot resolution.

      Sensor

      Both models feature 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. Their native ISO range is 100 - 12,800

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm XQ1 can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution 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. Fujifilm XQ2 is equipped with EXR Processor II processor and can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution 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 cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi

      Cameras have 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 Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Fujifilm XQ1 has a Micro HDMI and Fujifilm XQ2 has a Micro HDMI connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 come with NP-48 battery pack with battery life of 240 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm XQ1, and up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm XQ2. Cameras can shoot continuously up to 12.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 7.40 m at Auto ISO...

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 bodies have the same dimensions of 100 x 59 x 33 mm (3.94 x 2.32 x 1.3") and they both weigh 206 g (0.45 lb / 7.27 oz).

      Fujifilm XQ1

      Fujifilm XQ2

      100 mm

      59 mm

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      59 mm

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      33 mm

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2

      Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Fujifilm XQ1

      Fujifilm XQ2

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      57
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm XQ1

      Fujifilm XQ2

      GOOD
      72
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 12.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      75
      •   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

      Fujifilm XQ1

      Fujifilm XQ2

      AVERAGE
      66
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 12.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   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

      Fujifilm XQ1

      Fujifilm XQ2

      GOOD
      75
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      77
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm XQ1

      Fujifilm XQ2

      GOOD
      84
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   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)
      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   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

      Fujifilm XQ1

      Fujifilm XQ2

      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   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
      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   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

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm XQ1 and Fujifilm XQ2 and give them scores of 64 and 66 out of 100 recpectively. 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.


      Fujifilm XQ1

      Fujifilm XQ2

      OVERALL
      64
      OVERALL
      66

      Sensor

      Fujifilm XQ1

      Fujifilm XQ2

      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Fujifilm XQ1

      Fujifilm XQ2

      GOOD
      70
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 12.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      GOOD
      70
      •   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

      Fujifilm XQ1

      Fujifilm XQ2

      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

      Focusing

      Fujifilm XQ1

      Fujifilm XQ2

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm XQ1

      Fujifilm XQ2

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      AVERAGE
      57
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 920k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm XQ1

      Fujifilm XQ2

      GOOD
      73
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      GOOD
      75
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Fujifilm XQ1

      Fujifilm XQ2

      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 206 g (0.45 lb / 7.27 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots
      •   Internal Storage
      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 206 g (0.45 lb / 7.27 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 240 shots
      •   Internal Storage


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