Fujifilm XQ2 vs Sony WX220

Here is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm XQ2 and Sony WX220, both Ultracompact cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm XQ2 (12MP) and WX220 (18MP) and the Fujifilm XQ2 (2/3") and WX220 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm XQ2 was launched 12 months later than the WX220 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Fujifilm XQ2 matches up against the WX220 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm XQ2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm XQ2 Gallery and Sony WX220 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm XQ2 has outside dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony WX220 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm XQ2 and the WX220.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm XQ2 and WX220 is 92 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm XQ2 and WX220.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm XQ2 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony WX220 will render extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm XQ2 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.