Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung PL170

Below, we are matching up the Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung PL170, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and PL170 (16MP) and the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and PL170 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XQ2 was revealed 4 years later than the PL170 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm XQ2 scores vs the PL170 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XQ2 & Samsung PL170. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery & Samsung PL170 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XQ2 enjoys external dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung PL170 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 and the PL170.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XQ2 and PL170 is 92 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The graphic below should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XQ2 and PL170.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XQ2 using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Samsung PL170 will resolve extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XQ2 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.