Fujifilm XQ2 vs Nikon S6400

Its time to look closer at the Fujifilm XQ2 versus Nikon S6400, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and S6400 (16MP) and the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and S6400 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XQ2 was announced 2 years later than the S6400 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm XQ2 matches up vs the S6400 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XQ2 and Nikon Coolpix S6400. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery and Nikon S6400 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XQ2 has got outside measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Nikon S6400 has sizing of 95mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm XQ2 versus Nikon S6400 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 versus the S6400.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XQ2 and S6400 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through specs. The visual below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XQ2 and S6400.

All in all, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XQ2 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon S6400 will give extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XQ2 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.