Fujifilm XQ2 vs Nikon A10
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Nikon A10 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
- Announced January 2015
- Succeeded the Fujifilm XQ1
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
- Released January 2016
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Nikon A10 Overview
Here is a comprehensive review of the Fujifilm XQ2 versus Nikon A10, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and A10 (16MP) and the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and A10 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm XQ2 was manufactured 12 months prior to the A10 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm XQ2 matches up versus the A10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Nikon A10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm XQ2 and Nikon Coolpix A10. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery and Nikon A10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ2 over the Nikon A10
Fujifilm XQ2 | A10 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon A10 over the Fujifilm XQ2
A10 | Fujifilm XQ2 | |||
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Released | January 2016 | January 2015 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm XQ2 and Nikon A10
Fujifilm XQ2 | A10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Nikon A10 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XQ2 offers exterior dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Nikon A10 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm XQ2 versus Nikon A10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 compared to the A10.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XQ2 and A10 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Nikon A10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XQ2 and A10.
To sum up, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XQ2 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon A10 will offer you greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XQ2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Nikon A10 Specifications
Fujifilm XQ2 | Nikon Coolpix A10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | Fujifilm XQ2 | Nikon Coolpix A10 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2015-01-14 | 2016-01-14 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames/s | 1.2 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.40 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow syncho | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206g (0.45 lbs) | 160g (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 images | 200 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NP-48 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $299 | $90 |