Canon ELPH 130 vs Fujifilm XQ1

On this page, we will be comparing the Canon ELPH 130 and Fujifilm XQ1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 130 (16MP) and Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and the ELPH 130 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The ELPH 130 was launched 10 months prior to the Fujifilm XQ1 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the ELPH 130 grades against the Fujifilm XQ1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 130 and Fujifilm XQ1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 130 Gallery and Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 130 has got outside measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Fujifilm XQ1 has sizing of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 130 and Fujifilm XQ1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 130 versus the Fujifilm XQ1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 130 and Fujifilm XQ1 is 96 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The pic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 130 and Fujifilm XQ1.

To sum up, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The ELPH 130 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Canon ELPH 130 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 130 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.