Casio EX-Z550 vs Fujifilm XQ2

Its time to take a deeper look at the Casio EX-Z550 versus Fujifilm XQ2, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the EX-Z550 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The EX-Z550 was unveiled 6 years before the Fujifilm XQ2 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the EX-Z550 matches up vs the Fujifilm XQ2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 and Fujifilm XQ2. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery and Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z550 has outer dimensions of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Fujifilm XQ2 has proportions 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 Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z550 against the Fujifilm XQ2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and Fujifilm XQ2 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z550 and Fujifilm XQ2.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The EX-Z550 using its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Casio EX-Z550 will show extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z550 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.