Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FP2
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FP2 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
- Launched January 2015
- Previous Model is Fujifilm XQ1
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
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Below is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FP2, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and FP2 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.
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Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm XQ2 matches up versus the FP2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ2 over the Panasonic FP2
| Fujifilm XQ2 | FP2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2015 |  | January 2010 | More recent by 62 months |
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Fujifilm XQ2
| FP2 | Fujifilm XQ2 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm XQ2 and Panasonic FP2
| Fujifilm XQ2 | FP2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | No Touch screen |
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FP2 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XQ2 offers external measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic FP2 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FP2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 vs the FP2.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XQ2 and FP2 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FP2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XQ2 and FP2.
As you can tell, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XQ2 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic FP2 will produce more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XQ2 will have an edge in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FP2 Specifications
| Fujifilm XQ2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model | Fujifilm XQ2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2015-01-14 | 2010-01-06 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | EXR Processor II | Venus Engine IV |
| 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 | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Display resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 12.0fps | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.40 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.90 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow syncho | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 206 grams (0.45 lb) | 151 grams (0.33 lb) |
| Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
| 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 shots | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | NP-48 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $299 | $80 |