Fujifilm XQ2 vs Nikon A100

Lets take a closer look at the Fujifilm XQ2 versus Nikon A100, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and A100 (20MP) and the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and A100 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm XQ2 was announced 12 months earlier than the A100 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm XQ2 grades against the A100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XQ2 and Nikon Coolpix A100. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery and Nikon A100 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XQ2 has got outer measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon A100 has measurements of 95mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 compared to the A100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XQ2 and A100 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XQ2 and A100.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XQ2 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon A100 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm XQ2 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.