Fujifilm XQ1 vs Panasonic FS7

Here, we will be matching up the Fujifilm XQ1 vs Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") and FS7 (1/2.5") have totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm XQ1 was launched 4 years after the FS7 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm XQ1 grades versus the FS7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XQ1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery & Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XQ1 has got physical 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 Panasonic FS7 has dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XQ1 versus the FS7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XQ1 and FS7 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The pic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XQ1 and FS7.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XQ1 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm XQ1 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XQ1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.