Fujifilm XQ2 vs Olympus SZ-30MR

Following is a thorough overview of the Fujifilm XQ2 versus Olympus SZ-30MR, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and SZ-30MR (16MP) and the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and SZ-30MR (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XQ2 was announced 3 years after the SZ-30MR which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm XQ2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Olympus SZ-30MR being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm XQ2 matches up versus the SZ-30MR with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XQ2 & Olympus SZ-30MR. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery & Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XQ2 offers exterior dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-30MR has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm XQ2 versus Olympus SZ-30MR in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 and the SZ-30MR.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XQ2 and SZ-30MR is 92 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XQ2 and SZ-30MR.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XQ2 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Olympus SZ-30MR will provide extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XQ2 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.