Fujifilm XQ1 vs Sony TX20

Here is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm XQ1 vs Sony TX20, both Ultracompact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and TX20 (16MP) and the Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") and TX20 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XQ1 was unveiled 22 months later than the TX20 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm XQ1 matches up vs the TX20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XQ1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery & Sony TX20 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XQ1 provides outer measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony TX20 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm XQ1 vs Sony TX20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XQ1 and the TX20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XQ1 and TX20 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The visual here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XQ1 and TX20.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XQ1 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony TX20 will render more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XQ1 will have a benefit in sensor technology.