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FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm XQ2

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
FujiFilm FinePix Z70 front
 
Fujifilm XQ2 front
Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
57
Overall
46

FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Key Specs

FujiFilm Z70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
  • 124g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
  • Announced February 2010
  • Additionally Known as FinePix Z71
Fujifilm XQ2
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
  • 206g - 100 x 59 x 33mm
  • Launched January 2015
  • Older Model is Fujifilm XQ1
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FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Overview

Here, we are looking at the FujiFilm Z70 versus Fujifilm XQ2, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both offered by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the Z70 (12MP) and the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) is fairly close but the Z70 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") posses different sensor measurements.

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The Z70 was unveiled 6 years before the Fujifilm XQ2 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Z70 scores versus the Fujifilm XQ2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z70 over the Fujifilm XQ2

 Z70 Fujifilm XQ2 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ2 over the FujiFilm Z70

 Fujifilm XQ2 Z70 
LaunchedJanuary 2015February 2010Fresher by 60 months
Manual focus Dial exact focus
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kSharper display (+690k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm Z70 and Fujifilm XQ2

 Z70 Fujifilm XQ2 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm Z70 provides external dimensions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Fujifilm XQ2 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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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Z70 and the Fujifilm XQ2.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm XQ2 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Z70 and Fujifilm XQ2 is 96 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm XQ2 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The visual here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z70 and Fujifilm XQ2.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical resolution but different sensor sizing. The Z70 has the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF more challenging. The older Z70 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm XQ2 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm XQ2 as a Portrait photography camera
21
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
can't use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
43
manual focus
features face detect focusing
saves RAW formats
external flash not possible
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is small (2/3")
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Street photography advice
Fujifilm XQ2 Street photography advice
48
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
62
image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (2/3")
heavier than competitors in class (206g)
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Sports photography details
Fujifilm XQ2 Sports photography details
25
has tracking focus
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
52
image stabilization (Optical)
features tracking focus
good battery (240 CIPA)
sensor has phase detect AF
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (2/3")
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with FujiFilm Z70
Travel photography with Fujifilm XQ2
52
flash built-in
missing Timelapse recording
MP count low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f4.0)
64
good battery (240 CIPA)
built-in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
great max aperture (f1.8)
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors in class (206g)
resolution not great (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm XQ2 as a Landscape photography camera
23
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f4.0)
small screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW format
missing Timelapse recording
56
manual focus
fairly wide (25mm)
great max aperture (f1.8)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
good battery (240 per charge)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
resolution not great (12MP)
sensor is small (2/3")
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Z70 Vlogging information
Fujifilm XQ2 Vlogging information
22
wide angle not great (36mm)
sluggish max aperture (f4.0)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone socket
34
fairly wide (25mm)
great max aperture (f1.8)
image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have mic support
heavier than competitors in class (206g)
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FujiFilm Z70 vs Fujifilm XQ2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Z70 and Fujifilm XQ2
 FujiFilm FinePix Z70Fujifilm XQ2
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm FujiFilm
Model type FujiFilm FinePix Z70 Fujifilm XQ2
Also called FinePix Z71 -
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2010-02-02 2015-01-14
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - EXR Processor II
Sensor type CCD CMOS X-TRANS II
Sensor size 1/2.3" 2/3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 8.8 x 6.6mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 58.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 1600 12800
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-180mm (5.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/4.0-4.8 f/1.8-4.9
Macro focusing range 9cm 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 4.1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 230k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology - TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1/4 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 12.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.10 m 7.40 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, on, off, slow syncho
External flash
AE 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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 124 grams (0.27 pounds) 206 grams (0.45 pounds)
Physical dimensions 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 240 photos
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-45A NP-48
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Retail pricing $130 $299