Fujifilm XF1 vs Olympus XZ-2 iHS

Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm XF1 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XF1 (12MP) and the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm XF1 (2/3") and XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XF1 was revealed 3 months earlier than the XZ-2 iHS which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm XF1 scores versus the XZ-2 iHS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm XF1 & Olympus XZ-2 iHS. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm XF1 Gallery & Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm XF1 comes with exterior dimensions of 108mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 255 grams (0.56 lbs) whilst the Olympus XZ-2 iHS has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm XF1 and Olympus XZ-2 iHS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XF1 against the XZ-2 iHS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XF1 and XZ-2 iHS is 90 and 85 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XF1 and XZ-2 iHS.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical resolution but not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XF1 features the larger sensor which will make obtaining bokeh easier.