Fujifilm XQ1 vs Panasonic FS15

Following is a complete overview of the Fujifilm XQ1 versus Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is very close but the Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") and FS15 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm XQ1 was launched 4 years after the FS15 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm XQ1 matches up against the FS15 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XQ1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery and Panasonic FS15 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XQ1 provides outer measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS15 has measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm XQ1 versus Panasonic FS15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XQ1 vs the FS15.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XQ1 and FS15 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XQ1 and FS15.

As you can see, both the cameras come with the identical megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XQ1 offers the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field simpler. The younger Fujifilm XQ1 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.