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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony W530

Portability
92
Imaging
39
Features
57
Overall
46
Fujifilm XQ2 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 front
Portability
96
Imaging
37
Features
21
Overall
30

Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony W530 Key Specs

Fujifilm XQ2
(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
  • Revealed January 2015
  • Succeeded the Fujifilm XQ1
Sony W530
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
  • 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
  • Introduced January 2011
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony W530 Overview

Its time to look closer at the Fujifilm XQ2 and Sony W530, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and the W530 (14MP) is very similar but the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and W530 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm XQ2 was announced 4 years later than the W530 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm XQ2 grades versus the W530 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ2 over the Sony W530

 Fujifilm XQ2 W530 
IntroducedJanuary 2015January 2011More recent by 49 months
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kClearer display (+690k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Fujifilm XQ2

 W530 Fujifilm XQ2 

Common features in the Fujifilm XQ2 and Sony W530

 Fujifilm XQ2 W530 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch display Missing Touch display

Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm XQ2 enjoys 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) and the Sony W530 has sizing of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm XQ2 and Sony W530 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 compared to the W530.

Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony W530 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm XQ2 and W530 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony W530 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The graphic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XQ2 and W530.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XQ2 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony W530 will deliver extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XQ2 provides an advantage in sensor technology.

Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony W530 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony W530 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony W530 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm XQ2 Portrait photography factors
Sony W530 Portrait photography factors
43
focusing manually
includes face detection autofocus
delivers RAW formats
external flash not possible
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor size (2/3")
28
good megapixels (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
external flash not possible
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm XQ2
Street photography with Sony W530
62
image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (2/3")
heavier than competitors in class (206 grams)
48
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm XQ2 as a Sports photography camera
Sony W530 as a Sports photography camera
52
image stabilization (Optical)
includes tracking autofocus
great battery life (240 CIPA)
has phase detect autofocus
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
very small sensor size (2/3")
26
good megapixels (14MP)
slow fps (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm XQ2
Travel photography with Sony W530
64
great battery life (240 shots)
has built in flash
really wide (25mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.8)
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors in class (206 grams)
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
65
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (26mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
does not offer selfie friendly display
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm XQ2
Landscape photography with Sony W530
56
focusing manually
really wide (25mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.8)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW formats
great battery life (240 per charge)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
very small sensor size (2/3")
does not have Time Lapse function
33
decently wide (26mm)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
does not have image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm XQ2 Vlogging advice
Sony W530 Vlogging advice
34
really wide (25mm)
very good maximum aperture (f1.8)
image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection autofocus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have external mic port
heavier than competitors in class (206g)
26
decently wide (26mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.7)
does not offer selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have external microphone support
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony W530 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm XQ2 and Sony W530
 Fujifilm XQ2Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530
General Information
Company FujiFilm Sony
Model Fujifilm XQ2 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2015-01-14 2011-01-06
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip EXR Processor II BIONZ
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II CCD
Sensor size 2/3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 8.8 x 6.6mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 58.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 12800 3200
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-100mm (4.0x) 26-104mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture f/1.8-4.9 f/2.7-5.7
Macro focus distance 3cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 4.1 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 2.7"
Resolution of display 920k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech TFT color LCD monitor Clear Photo LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 2s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter rate 12.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 7.40 m (at Auto ISO) 3.50 m
Flash settings Auto, on, off, slow syncho Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video file format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 206g (0.45 lbs) 113g (0.25 lbs)
Physical dimensions 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 photos -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery model NP-48 NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $299 $269