Fujifilm XQ1 vs Sony W830

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm XQ1 versus Sony W830, both Ultracompact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and W830 (20MP) and the Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") and W830 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XQ1 was brought out within a month of the W830 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm XQ1 grades versus the W830 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XQ1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XQ1 has outside dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony W830 has sizing of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm XQ1 versus Sony W830 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XQ1 vs the W830.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XQ1 and W830 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XQ1 and W830.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XQ1 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony W830 will show more detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively.