Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony TX200V

Following is a detailed review of the Fujifilm XQ2 and Sony TX200V, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and TX200V (18MP) and the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and TX200V (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm XQ2 was introduced 3 years after the TX200V which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm XQ2 grades against the TX200V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm XQ2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery & Sony TX200V Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XQ2 comes with physical measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony TX200V has sizing of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 compared to the TX200V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XQ2 and TX200V is 92 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The image here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm XQ2 and TX200V.

All in all, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm XQ2 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony TX200V will offer you greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm XQ2 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.