Fujifilm XQ1 vs Samsung ST90

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Fujifilm XQ1 versus Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") and ST90 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XQ1 was brought out 2 years after the ST90 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the Fujifilm XQ1 grades versus the ST90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XQ1 and Samsung ST90. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery and Samsung ST90 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XQ1 offers outer measurements 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 Samsung ST90 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XQ1 against the ST90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XQ1 and ST90 is 92 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The pic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XQ1 and ST90.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XQ1 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Samsung ST90 will give you more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XQ1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.