Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony W560

Below, we are evaluating the Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony W560, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and the W560 (14MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and W560 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XQ2 was announced 4 years after the W560 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm XQ2 scores versus the W560 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XQ2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery & Sony W560 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm XQ2 has outer dimensions 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 Sony W560 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 and the W560.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XQ2 and W560 is 92 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XQ2 and W560.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm XQ2 with its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony W560 will provide extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XQ2 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.