Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony WX1
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony WX1 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced January 2015
- Old Model is Fujifilm XQ1
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 149g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Released August 2009
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Lets look closer at the Fujifilm XQ2 versus Sony WX1, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and the WX1 (10MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and WX1 (1/2.4") offer different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Fujifilm XQ2 was revealed 5 years later than the WX1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm XQ2 matches up vs the WX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XQ2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery & Sony WX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm XQ2 over the Sony WX1
| Fujifilm XQ2 | WX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2015 |  | August 2009 | More recent by 67 months |
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX1 over the Fujifilm XQ2
| WX1 | Fujifilm XQ2 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm XQ2 and Sony WX1
| Fujifilm XQ2 | WX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony WX1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm XQ2 provides exterior dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony WX1 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 against the WX1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XQ2 and WX1 is 92 and 96 respectively.
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony WX1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The visual below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm XQ2 and WX1.
All in all, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm XQ2 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Fujifilm XQ2 will provide more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm XQ2 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony WX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony WX1 Specifications
| Fujifilm XQ2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model | Fujifilm XQ2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2015-01-14 | 2009-08-06 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | EXR Processor II | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.4" |
| Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
| Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 27.9mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 920k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 12.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.40 m (at Auto ISO) | 5.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow syncho | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | H.264 | - |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 | 206 gr (0.45 lbs) | 149 gr (0.33 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | NP-48 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at launch | $299 | $149 |