Casio EX-S5 vs Fujifilm XQ2

Below, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-S5 versus Fujifilm XQ2, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Casio and FujiFilm. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and the EX-S5 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The EX-S5 was announced 7 years prior to the Fujifilm XQ2 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the EX-S5 scores vs the Fujifilm XQ2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S5 & Fujifilm XQ2. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S5 Gallery & Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-S5 provides outer measurements of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm XQ2 has measurements 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 Casio EX-S5 versus Fujifilm XQ2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-S5 against the Fujifilm XQ2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-S5 and Fujifilm XQ2 is 97 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S5 and Fujifilm XQ2.

As you can see, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The EX-S5 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Fujifilm XQ2 will show more detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The older EX-S5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.