Fujifilm Z900EXR vs Fujifilm XQ1

Here is a extensive review of the Fujifilm Z900EXR vs Fujifilm XQ1, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both sold by FujiFilm. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm Z900EXR (16MP) and Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm Z900EXR (1/2") and Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm Z900EXR was manufactured 3 years earlier than the Fujifilm XQ1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm Z900EXR grades against the Fujifilm XQ1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR and Fujifilm XQ1. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z900EXR Gallery and Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z900EXR has exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Fujifilm XQ1 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm Z900EXR vs Fujifilm XQ1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm Z900EXR versus the Fujifilm XQ1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z900EXR and Fujifilm XQ1 is 95 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm Z900EXR and Fujifilm XQ1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm Z900EXR featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Fujifilm Z900EXR will provide extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm Z900EXR will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.