Fujifilm XQ1 vs Sony TX1
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Fujifilm XQ1 vs Sony TX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 206g - 100 x 59 x 33mm
- Released November 2013
- Later Model is Fujifilm XQ2
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 142g - 94 x 58 x 17mm
- Announced August 2009
Fujifilm XQ1 vs Sony TX1 Overview
Below is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm XQ1 vs Sony TX1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") and TX1 (1/2.4") offer totally different sensor dimensions.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm XQ1 was revealed 4 years later than the TX1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm XQ1 grades versus the TX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm XQ1 vs Sony TX1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm XQ1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ1 over the Sony TX1
Fujifilm XQ1 | TX1 | |||
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Announced | November 2013 | August 2009 | More recent by 53 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TX1 over the Fujifilm XQ1
TX1 | Fujifilm XQ1 | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm XQ1 and Sony TX1
Fujifilm XQ1 | TX1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Fujifilm XQ1 vs Sony TX1 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm XQ1 comes with outside measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony TX1 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm XQ1 vs Sony TX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XQ1 and the TX1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XQ1 and TX1 is 92 and 96 respectively.
Fujifilm XQ1 vs Sony TX1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The graphic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XQ1 and TX1.
To sum up, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XQ1 with its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm XQ1 will resolve extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XQ1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Fujifilm XQ1 vs Sony TX1 Specifications
Fujifilm XQ1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | Fujifilm XQ1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2013-11-26 | 2009-08-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 920 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 2 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1250 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.40 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow syncho | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206 grams (0.45 lb) | 142 grams (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 94 x 58 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-48 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $500 | $350 |