Fujifilm XQ2 vs Kodak M340

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm XQ2 versus Kodak M340, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Kodak. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and the M340 (10MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and M340 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm XQ2 was announced 6 years after the M340 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm XQ2 scores against the M340 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XQ2 & Kodak EasyShare M340. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery & Kodak M340 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XQ2 comes with 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 Kodak M340 has proportions of 96mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 115 grams (0.25 lbs).

See the Fujifilm XQ2 versus Kodak M340 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 versus the M340.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XQ2 and M340 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specs. The image underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XQ2 and M340.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XQ2 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm XQ2 will offer more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XQ2 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.