Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST700
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST700 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
- Launched January 2015
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm XQ1
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2011
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST700 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm XQ2 and Samsung ST700, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and ST700 (16MP) and the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and ST700 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Fujifilm XQ2 was unveiled 4 years later than the ST700 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm XQ2 matches up against the ST700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST700 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm XQ2 and Samsung ST700. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery and Samsung ST700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ2 over the Samsung ST700
Fujifilm XQ2 | ST700 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | January 2011 | More recent by 49 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Fujifilm XQ2
ST700 | Fujifilm XQ2 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm XQ2 and Samsung ST700
Fujifilm XQ2 | ST700 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST700 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm XQ2 enjoys external measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung ST700 has specifications of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm XQ2 and Samsung ST700 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 and the ST700.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XQ2 and ST700 is 92 and 99 respectively.
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST700 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The visual below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XQ2 and ST700.
To sum up, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XQ2 having a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Samsung ST700 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm XQ2 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST700 Specifications
Fujifilm XQ2 | Samsung ST700 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm XQ2 | Samsung ST700 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2015-01-14 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 58.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames/s | - |
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 options | Auto, on, off, slow syncho | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206 gr (0.45 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-48 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $299 | $280 |