Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST65

Below, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST65, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and ST65 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XQ2 was revealed 4 years after the ST65 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm XQ2 matches up against the ST65 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XQ2 and Samsung ST65. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XQ2 comes with outer 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 ST65 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST65 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 and the ST65.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XQ2 and ST65 is 92 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XQ2 and ST65.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XQ2 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung ST65 will deliver more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XQ2 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.