Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FP3
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FP3 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
- Announced January 2015
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm XQ1
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2010
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Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FP3, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and FP3 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm XQ2 was manufactured 5 years after the FP3 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm XQ2 grades against the FP3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FP3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XQ2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery & Panasonic FP3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ2 over the Panasonic FP3
| Fujifilm XQ2 | FP3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2015 |  | January 2010 | Newer by 62 months |
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Fujifilm XQ2
| FP3 | Fujifilm XQ2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm XQ2 and Panasonic FP3
| Fujifilm XQ2 | FP3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FP3 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XQ2 features exterior 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 FP3 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 vs the FP3.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XQ2 and FP3 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FP3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specs. The picture below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XQ2 and FP3.
All in all, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XQ2 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic FP3 will show greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XQ2 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FP3 Specifications
| Fujifilm XQ2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
| Model type | Fujifilm XQ2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2015-01-14 | 2010-01-06 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | EXR Processor II | Venus Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
| Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias 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 support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 920 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 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 exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 206 gr (0.45 pounds) | 155 gr (0.34 pounds) |
| Physical 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 rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 240 shots | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NP-48 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $299 | $182 |