Fujifilm XQ2 vs Olympus FE-25
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![Fujifilm XQ2 front Fujifilm XQ2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-XQ2/Fujifilm-XQ2-front.jpg)
![Olympus FE-25 front Olympus FE-25 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-FE-25/Olympus-FE-25-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Olympus FE-25 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
- Released January 2015
- Old Model is Fujifilm XQ1
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 0
- No Video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 93 x 62 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2009
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Olympus FE-25 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm XQ2 versus Olympus FE-25, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and the FE-25 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and FE-25 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.
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The Fujifilm XQ2 was introduced 6 years later than the FE-25 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm XQ2 scores against the FE-25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Olympus FE-25 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XQ2 & Olympus FE-25. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery & Olympus FE-25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ2 over the Olympus FE-25
Fujifilm XQ2 | FE-25 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 74 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.6") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 112k | Sharper screen (+808k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-25 over the Fujifilm XQ2
FE-25 | Fujifilm XQ2 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm XQ2 and Olympus FE-25
Fujifilm XQ2 | FE-25 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Olympus FE-25 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XQ2 features outside dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Olympus FE-25 has dimensions of 93mm x 62mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm XQ2 versus Olympus FE-25 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 compared to the FE-25.
![Fujifilm XQ2 vs Olympus FE-25 size comparison Fujifilm XQ2 vs Olympus FE-25 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-XQ2-vs-Olympus-FE-25-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XQ2 and FE-25 is 92 and 98 respectively.
![Fujifilm XQ2 vs Olympus FE-25 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm XQ2 vs Olympus FE-25 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-XQ2-vs-Olympus-FE-25-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Olympus FE-25 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The photograph below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XQ2 and FE-25.
To sum up, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XQ2 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Fujifilm XQ2 will give more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XQ2 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Fujifilm XQ2 vs Olympus FE-25 sensor size comparison Fujifilm XQ2 vs Olympus FE-25 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-XQ2-vs-Olympus-FE-25-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Olympus FE-25 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm XQ2 vs Olympus FE-25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm XQ2 vs Olympus FE-25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-XQ2-vs-Olympus-FE-25-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Olympus FE-25 Specifications
Fujifilm XQ2 | Olympus FE-25 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm XQ2 | Olympus FE-25 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2015-01-14 | 2009-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2768 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.4 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dot | 112k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.40 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow syncho | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206 gr (0.45 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 93 x 62 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-48 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $299 | $15 |