Fujifilm XQ1 vs Sony ILCE-QX1

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm XQ1 and the Sony ILCE-QX1, 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 Sony ILCE-QX1 was introduced in September 2014. 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 Sony ILCE-QX1.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony ILCE-QX1 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 Sony ILCE-QX1 has a [] screen with 0k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens. Sony ILCE-QX1 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Sony ILCE-QX1) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

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. Sony ILCE-QX1 features a 20.1 megapixel APS-C [] sensor with dimensions of 23.2 x 15.4 mm and a total area of 237.2 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 16,000.

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. Sony ILCE-QX1 is equipped with Bionz X processor and can take pictures up to 5456 x 3632 resolution.

Fujifilm XQ1 has an image stabilization.

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.
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NFC on Sony ILCE-QX1

Sony ILCE-QX1 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

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 Sony ILCE-QX1 comes with NP-FW50 battery pack with battery life of 440 shots.

External Storage Slots

Fujifilm XQ1 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Sony ILCE-QX1 has a single microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC/Memory Stick Micro card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm XQ1, and up to 1/4000 sec on Sony ILCE-QX1. Fujifilm XQ1 can shoot continuously up to 12.0 fps. Sony ILCE-QX1 can shoot continuously up to 4.0 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 Sony ILCE-QX1 body has dimensions of 74 x 70 x 53 mm (2.91 x 2.76 x 2.09"). Fujifilm XQ1 weighs 206 g (0.45 lb / 7.27 oz) and Sony ILCE-QX1 weighs 216 g (0.48 lb / 7.62 oz).

Fujifilm XQ1

Sony ILCE-QX1

100 mm

59 mm

74 mm

70 mm

59 mm

70 mm