Fujifilm Z900EXR vs Fujifilm XQ2

In this article, we are looking at the Fujifilm Z900EXR vs Fujifilm XQ2, both Ultracompact cameras and both are created by FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm Z900EXR (16MP) and Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and the Fujifilm Z900EXR (1/2") and Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm Z900EXR was unveiled 4 years prior to the Fujifilm XQ2 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm Z900EXR grades against the Fujifilm XQ2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR and Fujifilm XQ2. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z900EXR Gallery and Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm Z900EXR provides outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm XQ2 has dimensions 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 Z900EXR vs Fujifilm XQ2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm Z900EXR versus the Fujifilm XQ2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z900EXR and Fujifilm XQ2 is 95 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm Z900EXR and Fujifilm XQ2.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm Z900EXR with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Fujifilm Z900EXR will provide greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm Z900EXR will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.