Casio EX-Z29 vs Fujifilm XQ1

In this article, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z29 and Fujifilm XQ1, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Casio and FujiFilm. The resolution of the EX-Z29 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) is very comparable but the EX-Z29 (1/2.5") and Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-Z29 was unveiled 5 years earlier than the Fujifilm XQ1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-Z29 grades versus the Fujifilm XQ1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z29 & Fujifilm XQ1. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-Z29 Gallery & Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z29 comes with exterior measurements of 101mm x 57mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Fujifilm XQ1 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z29 and the Fujifilm XQ1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z29 and Fujifilm XQ1 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through specs. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z29 and Fujifilm XQ1.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z29 having a smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Fujifilm XQ1 will provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z29 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.