Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung PL210

In this article, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm XQ2 versus Samsung PL210, both Ultracompact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and PL210 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm XQ2 was introduced 4 years after the PL210 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm XQ2 scores against the PL210 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XQ2 & Samsung PL210. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery & Samsung PL210 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XQ2 has got physical dimensions 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 Samsung PL210 has sizing of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

See the Fujifilm XQ2 versus Samsung PL210 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 against the PL210.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XQ2 and PL210 is 92 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The image below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XQ2 and PL210.

All in all, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XQ2 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung PL210 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XQ2 will have a benefit in sensor tech.