Fujifilm Z300 vs Fujifilm XQ2

Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm Z300 versus Fujifilm XQ2, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both manufactured by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm Z300 (10MP) and the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm Z300 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm Z300 was brought out 6 years before the Fujifilm XQ2 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm Z300 grades against the Fujifilm XQ2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z300 and Fujifilm XQ2. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z300 Gallery and Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z300 provides exterior measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Fujifilm XQ2 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm Z300 versus Fujifilm XQ2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm Z300 against the Fujifilm XQ2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm Z300 and Fujifilm XQ2 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through technical specs. The visual here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z300 and Fujifilm XQ2.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm Z300 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Fujifilm XQ2 will give extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z300 is going to be behind in sensor tech.