Fujifilm XQ1

Fujifilm XQ1 is FujiFilm's Ultracompact digital camera first launched on November of 2013. The camera houses a 12MP, CMOS X-TRANS II 2/3" sized sensor and has a maximum resolution of 4000 x 3000.

FujiFilm launched the more recent Fujifilm XQ2 (Read Full Comparison) in an effort to improve this model.

The Fujifilm XQ1 places at #2 out of 151 in Ultracompact cameras and all round #516 out of 1465 for cameras in our list. Remember to check out our Smart camera filter to get camera listings based on your custom criteria.

Below is a diagram of multiple criteria used in the scoring system.

The Fujifilm XQ1 is part of a family of cameras. You can read the detailed range below.

You can see the Fujifilm XQ1 from different angles in the gallery here.

Below is a selection of pluses and minuses of the Fujifilm XQ1 based on features that are typically viewed as crucial in a digital camera.

The dimension of the sensor in the Fujifilm XQ1 is 8.8mm x 6.6mm (2/3"). The 58 mm² sensor has the capability to resolve 4000 x 3000 pixels at aspect ratios of 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9. The camera boasts Image Stabilization (Optical). Optical stabilization is more desirable than digital stabilization as the latter may cause cropping.

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The CMOS X-TRANS II sensor boasts 12 megapixels and delivers a standard ISO range of 100 - 12800. RAW photos are saved which means that you have wider margin for error.

The image below shows the Fujifilm XQ1's sensor dimensions in comparison to other popular sizes. The Fujifilm XQ1 sensor comes with a crop factor of 4.1 and is showcased in green.

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To get an idea of different aspect ratios, you should refer to the graphic below.

Fujifilm XQ1 has a weight of 0.45 lbs (206g or 7.27 ounces) and the over all size of the camera is 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3"). The weight of normal Ultracompact camera is 121g so the Fujifilm XQ1 is more heavy compared with its rivals.

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Below is a photo of the Fujifilm XQ1 alongside a soft drink so you're able to have a feel for its scale.

The top view here will provide the button design on the Fujifilm XQ1.

The Fujifilm XQ1 is equipped with a built in lens and a focal range of 25-100mm giving it a 4.0 x zoom which isn't really significant nevertheless it will probably be very helpful in some conditions.

At the widest 25mm, the lens will have an aperture of f1.8 making it beneficial in low light events and capturing a shallow depth of field. It is going to also make it easier to go with a lower ISO to get cleaner photos. On the tele end, 100mm comes at f4.9 making it really sluggish and you will need to use slower shutter speeds.

The Fujifilm XQ1 has the following connectivity:

• USB Yes
• Wireless Yes
• HDMI Yes

Cameras that incorporate NFC and Bluetooth support can be controlled wirelessly through smartphones. You will be able to transfer images and in some cases change camera settings with no need to connect directly to the camera.

Several applications even allow a Liveview and click the shutter in case you aren't close to the camera. If the camera contains a HDMI out, it can be hooked up to an external screen. Nearly all cameras will allow you to charge the battery through the USB port.

The maximum video quality in the Fujifilm XQ1 is 1920 x 1080 and it can capture in MPEG-4 and H.264 file format. 1080p quality delivers a great balance for video quality and file sizes but FULL HD won't leave you with much room to crop. The camera doesn't feature a mic and headphone jack which means you have no control over your sound. It is probably a better idea to buy an alternative camera in case you want good sound in your videos.

There is no weather proofing in the Fujifilm XQ1 so you need to be cautious in rainy or dusty conditions.

The Fujifilm XQ1 is equipped with a 3" fixed screen boasting a resolution of 920k dots.

Please note that the screen offers no touch support.

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The ViewFinder specs regarding Fujifilm XQ1 are as follows:

• ViewFinder None

Viewfinders can be pretty beneficial for bright outdoor conditions which may make the camera screen washed out and hard to view.

Fujifilm XQ1 continuous shooting speed is 12.0 frames per second. The highest shutter speed is 1/4000s.

Fujifilm XQ1 boasts only built-in flash with no external flash ability.

Fujifilm XQ1 boasts both Phase Detect AF and Contrast Based AF. Phase Detection autofocusing is a lot more snappier and exact compared with Contrast Based autofocusing. The camera supports Face detection which can be handy for people photography.

Fujifilm XQ1 can use manual focusing when needed for low light conditions or you need to have more precise focusing control.

The battery (NP-48) in the Fujifilm XQ1 is fashioned to last for 240 images according to the CIPA requirements which is above average when compared to its category. The general Ultracompact camera battery life is 214. Nikon L32 offers the highest possible (320) battery life for this group of cameras.

Underneath is a number of Ultracompact cameras that come with the best battery life:

ModelVisualizeBattery LifeRAWNFCBluetooth

Nikon L32
Fujifilm XQ1 vs L32320 nonono

Olympus TG-870
Fujifilm XQ1 vs TG-870300 nonono

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Panasonic FP5
Fujifilm XQ1 vs FP5260 nonono

Sony TX20
Fujifilm XQ1 vs TX20250 nonono

Sony TX55
Fujifilm XQ1 vs TX55250 nonono

The following diagram shows a analysis of the Fujifilm XQ1 for specific categories of photography. To read more, browse to the specific section below.

The Fujifilm XQ1 has a points tally of 43 which is bad, and means the camera is not good for portraits. Taking portraits leans greatly towards sensor specs, RAW support & potential to work with off-camera flash.

With a very good rating of 62, the Fujifilm XQ1 is a respectable choice for street photography. A good street photography camera gives a good balance of picture quality plus portability.

A decent sports photography rating of 49 indicates the Fujifilm XQ1 is relatively acceptable for taking pictures of sports. A camera needs fantastic autofocus and continuous shooting for sports photography.

Size is really important when selecting a camera for travel. All round, the Fujifilm XQ1 gets a very good 64 as a travelling camera which is a respectable choice to purchase for your journeys.

In case you're planning to buy a digital camera for landscape pictures, the most significant factor is going to be image quality. The Fujifilm XQ1 with it's decent grade of 56 as a landscape camera is relatively acceptable among its rivals.

A vlogging camera really should have a articulating display, microphone port and preferably image stabilization. Taking everything into account, the Fujifilm XQ1 is not good for vlogging as it receives a bad score of 34.

If you are in the market for alternatives to the Fujifilm XQ1, here is a selection of the top placed cameras that fall into the category of Ultracompact.

The line chart listed below will give you an overview of the Fujifilm XQ1 vs it's top rated rivals shown previously.

There are a bunch of cameras you may take into account as alternative options. To browse through a detailed comparison, click the "compare" link.