Fujifilm XQ1 vs Panasonic FS42
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Fujifilm XQ1 vs Panasonic FS42 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 206g - 100 x 59 x 33mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Refreshed by Fujifilm XQ2
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1000 (Bump to 6400)
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 132g - 98 x 55 x 22mm
- Revealed April 2009
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The following is a detailed review of the Fujifilm XQ1 versus Panasonic FS42, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and the FS42 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") and FS42 (1/2.5") enjoy different sensor size.
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Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm XQ1 grades versus the FS42 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ1 over the Panasonic FS42
| Fujifilm XQ1 | FS42 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | November 2013 |  | April 2009 | Newer by 57 months |
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS42 over the Fujifilm XQ1
| FS42 | Fujifilm XQ1 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm XQ1 and Panasonic FS42
| Fujifilm XQ1 | FS42 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm XQ1 vs Panasonic FS42 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XQ1 offers outside dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS42 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XQ1 and the FS42.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XQ1 and FS42 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm XQ1 vs Panasonic FS42 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specs. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XQ1 and FS42.
All in all, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XQ1 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm XQ1 will resolve extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XQ1 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm XQ1 vs Panasonic FS42 Specifications
| Fujifilm XQ1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm XQ1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2013-11-26 | 2009-04-17 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
| Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.5" |
| Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
| Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 1000 |
| Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 6.3 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 2.5" |
| Screen resolution | 920k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.40 m (at Auto ISO) | 6.30 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow syncho | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 206 grams (0.45 lb) | 132 grams (0.29 lb) |
| Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 98 x 55 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 240 photos | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | NP-48 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $500 | $580 |