Fujifilm XQ1 vs Olympus FE-45

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm XQ1 and the Olympus FE-45, 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 Olympus FE-45 was introduced in January 2009. Let us first list highlights of the models.

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.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm XQ1 over Olympus FE-45.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Olympus FE-45 over Fujifilm XQ1.

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.

Screen

Fujifilm XQ1 has a 3.0" screen with 920k dot resolution and Olympus FE-45 has a 2.50" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.

Fujifilm XQ1 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. Olympus FE-45 features a 9.9 megapixel 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.08 x 4.56 mm and a total area of 20.8 mm². Its native ISO range is 64 - 1,600.

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. Olympus FE-45 can take pictures up to 3648 x 2736 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 2560 x 1920, 2048 x 1536, 1600 x 1200, 1280 x 960, 640 x 480, 1920 x 1080 with 16:9, 4:3, 3:2 aspect ratios.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm XQ1

Fujifilm XQ1 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.
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USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.

Battery

Fujifilm XQ1 comes with NP-48 battery pack with battery life of 240 shots and Olympus FE-45 comes with 2 x AA battery pack.

External Storage Slots

Fujifilm XQ1 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Olympus FE-45 has a single xD-Picture Card/microSD card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm XQ1, and up to 1/2000 sec on Olympus FE-45. Fujifilm XQ1 can shoot continuously up to 12.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 7.40 m at Auto ISO on Fujifilm XQ1..

Fujifilm XQ1 body has dimensions of 100 x 59 x 33 mm (3.94 x 2.32 x 1.3") and Olympus FE-45 body has dimensions of 94 x 62 x 23 mm (3.7 x 2.44 x 0.91"). Fujifilm XQ1 weighs 206 g (0.45 lb / 7.27 oz) and Olympus FE-45 weighs 142 g (0.31 lb / 5.01 oz).

Fujifilm XQ1

Olympus FE-45

100 mm

59 mm

94 mm

62 mm

59 mm

62 mm