Fujifilm XQ1 vs Nikon S220

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Fujifilm XQ1 vs Nikon S220, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and the S220 (10MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") and S220 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm XQ1 was introduced 4 years later than the S220 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm XQ1 matches up vs the S220 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XQ1 and Nikon Coolpix S220. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery and Nikon S220 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm XQ1 enjoys external dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon S220 has specifications of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm XQ1 vs Nikon S220 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XQ1 against the S220.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XQ1 and S220 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XQ1 and S220.

Clearly, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XQ1 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm XQ1 will show more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XQ1 provides a benefit in sensor tech.