Fujifilm XQ2 vs Nikon P950

Here, we are comparing the Fujifilm XQ2 and Nikon P950, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and P950 (16MP) and the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and P950 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XQ2 was introduced 6 years prior to the P950 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm XQ2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Nikon P950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm XQ2 matches up against the P950 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XQ2 & Nikon Coolpix P950. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery & Nikon P950 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XQ2 features outer 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) whilst the Nikon P950 has sizing of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") and a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm XQ2 and Nikon P950 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 against the P950.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XQ2 and P950 is 92 and 52 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The pic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XQ2 and P950.

To sum up, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XQ2 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon P950 will render greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm XQ2 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.