Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony TX1

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm XQ2 versus Sony TX1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and TX1 (1/2.4") have different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XQ2 was released 5 years later than the TX1 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm XQ2 matches up against the TX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm XQ2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm XQ2 offers exterior dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony TX1 has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm XQ2 versus Sony TX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 and the TX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm XQ2 and TX1 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through technical specs. The visual below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XQ2 and TX1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XQ2 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Fujifilm XQ2 will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XQ2 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.