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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FS15

Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
57
Overall
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Fujifilm XQ2 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27

Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs

Fujifilm XQ2
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • 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
  • Superseded the Fujifilm XQ1
Panasonic FS15
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
  • Announced January 2009
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview

Here is a complete assessment of the Fujifilm XQ2 and Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is very well matched but the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and FS15 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XQ2 was introduced 6 years later than the FS15 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm XQ2 matches up vs the FS15 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ2 over the Panasonic FS15

 Fujifilm XQ2 FS15 
AnnouncedJanuary 2015January 2009Fresher by 73 months
Manually focus Very precise focus
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kSharper display (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Fujifilm XQ2

 FS15 Fujifilm XQ2 

Common features in the Fujifilm XQ2 and Panasonic FS15

 Fujifilm XQ2 FS15 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch display Neither comes with Touch display

Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XQ2 comes with physical 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) whilst the Panasonic FS15 has dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm XQ2 and Panasonic FS15 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 versus the FS15.

Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FS15 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XQ2 and FS15 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FS15 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The graphic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XQ2 and FS15.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XQ2 provides the larger sensor which will make getting bokeh simpler. The younger Fujifilm XQ2 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FS15 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XQ2 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FS15 as a Portrait photography camera
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you can focus manually
has face detection focus
supports RAW formats
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (2/3")
20
manual focus not available
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm XQ2 Street photography information
Panasonic FS15 Street photography information
62
image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
no moving screen
sensor is very small (2/3")
heavier than competition (206g)
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XQ2 Sports photography factors
Panasonic FS15 Sports photography factors
52
image stabilization (Optical)
has tracking autofocus
good battery pack (240 CIPA)
comes with phase detect auto focus
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (2/3")
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm XQ2
Travel photography with Panasonic FS15
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good battery pack (240 shots)
built-in flash
fairly wide (25mm)
fast maximum aperture (f1.8)
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition (206 grams)
MP count low (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
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built-in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
low MP (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm XQ2 Landscape photography information
Panasonic FS15 Landscape photography information
56
you can focus manually
fairly wide (25mm)
fast maximum aperture (f1.8)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW formats
good battery pack (240 shots)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (2/3")
missing Time Lapse recording
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual exposure
low MP (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XQ2 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic FS15 as a Vlogging camera
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fairly wide (25mm)
fast maximum aperture (f1.8)
image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
display is not selfie friendly
missing external mic socket
heavier than competition (206 grams)
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
does not have external microphone socket
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XQ2 and Panasonic FS15
 Fujifilm XQ2Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
General Information
Make FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm XQ2 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2015-01-14 2009-01-16
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor II -
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 surface area 58.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 12800 1600
Max enhanced ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 25-100mm (4.0x) 29-145mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/1.8-4.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 3cm 5cm
Crop factor 4.1 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 920 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 12.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 7.40 m (at Auto ISO) -
Flash options Auto, on, off, slow syncho Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
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) 136 gr (0.30 pounds)
Physical dimensions 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 -
Form of battery Battery Pack -
Battery ID NP-48 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch pricing $299 $180