Canon S200 vs Fujifilm XQ2
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Canon S200 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 181g - 100 x 59 x 26mm
- Introduced February 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 206g - 100 x 59 x 33mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Old Model is Fujifilm XQ1

Canon S200 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Canon S200 and Fujifilm XQ2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the S200 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) is relatively close but the S200 (1/1.7") and Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") posses different sensor size.

The S200 was launched 10 months earlier than the Fujifilm XQ2 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon S200 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm XQ2 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S200 scores against the Fujifilm XQ2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon S200 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S200 and Fujifilm XQ2. The complete galleries are provided at Canon S200 Gallery and Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S200 over the Fujifilm XQ2
S200 | Fujifilm XQ2 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ2 over the Canon S200
Fujifilm XQ2 | S200 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2014 | More modern by 10 months |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+459k dot) |
Common features in the Canon S200 and Fujifilm XQ2
S200 | Fujifilm XQ2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Canon S200 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon S200 enjoys exterior dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm XQ2 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Analyze the Canon S200 and Fujifilm XQ2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S200 against the Fujifilm XQ2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S200 and Fujifilm XQ2 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Canon S200 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The picture below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S200 and Fujifilm XQ2.
All in all, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S200 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Fujifilm XQ2 will render greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged S200 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon S200 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S200 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S200 | Fujifilm XQ2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot S200 | Fujifilm XQ2 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2014-02-21 | 2015-01-14 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS X-TRANS II |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 2/3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 8.8 x 6.6mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 58.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 4.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 12.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 7.40 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, on, off, slow syncho |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 181 grams (0.40 pounds) | 206 grams (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 images | 240 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-6LH | NP-48 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $293 | $299 |