Fujifilm Z110 vs Fujifilm XQ2

Here is a in depth overview of the Fujifilm Z110 and Fujifilm XQ2, both Ultracompact cameras and both of them are created by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z110 (14MP) and the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm Z110 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm Z110 was revealed 4 years before the Fujifilm XQ2 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm Z110 grades against the Fujifilm XQ2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z110 & Fujifilm XQ2. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z110 Gallery & Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z110 has outside dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst 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).

Contrast the Fujifilm Z110 and Fujifilm XQ2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm Z110 versus the Fujifilm XQ2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z110 and Fujifilm XQ2 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The visual below will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z110 and Fujifilm XQ2.

To sum up, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm Z110 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Fujifilm Z110 will result in more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z110 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.