Fujifilm X10 vs Fujifilm XQ1

On this page, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X10 vs Fujifilm XQ1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are produced by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (2/3").

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The Fujifilm X10 was unveiled 16 months prior to the Fujifilm XQ1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X10 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm XQ1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm X10 matches up versus the Fujifilm XQ1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X10 & Fujifilm XQ1. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X10 Gallery & Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X10 comes with external measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Fujifilm XQ1 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X10 vs the Fujifilm XQ1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X10 and Fujifilm XQ1 is 83 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at technical specs. The visual below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X10 and Fujifilm XQ1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photos although you really should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older Fujifilm X10 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.