Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST90
92 Imaging
39 Features
57 Overall
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99 Imaging
37 Features
19 Overall
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST90 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
- Released January 2015
- Previous Model is Fujifilm XQ1
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2011
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Lets look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm XQ2 and Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is relatively close but the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and ST90 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.
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Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm XQ2 grades against the ST90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ2 over the Samsung ST90
| Fujifilm XQ2 | ST90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2015 |  | January 2011 | Newer by 49 months |
| Manual focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST90 over the Fujifilm XQ2
| ST90 | Fujifilm XQ2 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm XQ2 and Samsung ST90
| Fujifilm XQ2 | ST90 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST90 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XQ2 features outer 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 ST90 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 compared to the ST90.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XQ2 and ST90 is 92 and 99 respectively.
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST90 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm XQ2 and ST90.
As you can see, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XQ2 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung ST90 will render more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XQ2 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Samsung ST90 Specifications
| Fujifilm XQ2 | Samsung ST90 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Samsung |
| Model | Fujifilm XQ2 | Samsung ST90 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2015-01-14 | 2011-01-19 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CCD |
| Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | () |
| Largest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | - |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.40 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
| Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow syncho | - |
| External flash | ||
| 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 |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | H.264 | - |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 206 grams (0.45 pounds) | - |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 240 images | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | NP-48 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $299 | $150 |