Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FP2

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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The Fujifilm XQ2 was announced 5 years later than the FP2 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

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.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XQ2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery and Panasonic FP2 Gallery.

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.

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.