Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST30
92 Imaging
39 Features
57 Overall
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98 Imaging
32 Features
18 Overall
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST30 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
- Revealed January 2015
- Replaced the Fujifilm XQ1
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 640 x 480 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 87g - 82 x 52 x 17mm
- Released January 2011
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On this page, we are reviewing the Fujifilm XQ2 versus Samsung ST30, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and the ST30 (10MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and ST30 (1/3") posses different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Fujifilm XQ2 was released 4 years after the ST30 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm XQ2 grades against the ST30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XQ2 & Samsung ST30. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery & Samsung ST30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ2 over the Samsung ST30
| Fujifilm XQ2 | ST30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2015 |  | January 2011 | More modern by 49 months |
| Manual focus |  | More exact focusing | ||
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST30 over the Fujifilm XQ2
| ST30 | Fujifilm XQ2 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm XQ2 and Samsung ST30
| Fujifilm XQ2 | ST30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither provides Touch display |
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST30 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XQ2 provides outside dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST30 has measurements of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm XQ2 versus Samsung ST30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 and the ST30.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XQ2 and ST30 is 92 and 98 respectively.
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The image below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XQ2 and ST30.
To sum up, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XQ2 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm XQ2 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XQ2 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST30 Specifications
| Fujifilm XQ2 | Samsung ST30 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Samsung |
| Model type | Fujifilm XQ2 | Samsung ST30 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2015-01-14 | 2011-01-19 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
| Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | () |
| Highest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 7.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 920k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.40 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow syncho | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 640 x 480 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video format | H.264 | - |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 206 gr (0.45 lb) | 87 gr (0.19 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 82 x 52 x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" 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 photographs | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NP-48 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $299 | $55 |