Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony W350

In this article, we are comparing the Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony W350, both Ultracompact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and the W350 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and W350 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm XQ2 was brought out 5 years after the W350 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm XQ2 scores against the W350 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm XQ2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery and Sony W350 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm XQ2 has got outside 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 Sony W350 has measurements of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony W350 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 compared to the W350.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XQ2 and W350 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XQ2 and W350.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XQ2 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony W350 will produce more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm XQ2 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.