Fujifilm XQ2 vs Panasonic FS7

Lets look a little more closely at the Fujifilm XQ2 and Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and FS7 (1/2.5") offer different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XQ2 was unveiled 6 years after the FS7 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm XQ2 scores vs the FS7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm XQ2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm XQ2 features outer measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic FS7 has dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm XQ2 and Panasonic FS7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 and the FS7.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XQ2 and FS7 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The picture below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XQ2 and FS7.

All in all, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XQ2 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm XQ2 will resolve greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XQ2 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.