Fujifilm XQ1 vs Samsung CL80

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm XQ1 and Samsung CL80, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") and CL80 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm XQ1 was launched 3 years later than the CL80 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm XQ1 scores vs the CL80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XQ1 and Samsung CL80. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery and Samsung CL80 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XQ1 offers outside 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) and the Samsung CL80 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

See the Fujifilm XQ1 and Samsung CL80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XQ1 and the CL80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XQ1 and CL80 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The graphic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XQ1 and CL80.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XQ1 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung CL80 will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XQ1 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.