XQ2by Fujifilm
PROS
- The camera is a compact size that fits in your pocket.
- Fast 12 fps burst mode when shooting means you can catch the action.
- The larger-than-average image sensor provides superior image quality.
CONS
- It lacks the zoom range reach of some competitors.
- You're limited to the built-in flash, as there is no hot shoe.
- The battery life is middling.
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LIST PRICE$400
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Name | XQ2 | Lumix DMC-LX100 | PowerShot G9 X | PowerShot G5 X | EOS PowerShot G7 X |
Manufacturer | Fujifilm | Panasonic | Canon | Canon | Canon |
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List Price | $400 | $900 | $530 | $800 | $700 |
One area in which the Fujifilm XQ2 excels is its handling, thanks in no small part to the aluminum control ring that surrounds the lens. By …
One area in which the Fujifilm XQ2 excels is its handling, thanks in no small part to the aluminum control ring that surrounds the lens. By default it controls the manual focusing, aperture, and shutter speed, but it can be configured to change one of seven key settings.
The Fujifilm XQ2 ($399.95) is the company's take on a premium compact—a small camera with a wide-aperture zoom lens, a larger-than-average i…
The Fujifilm XQ2 ($399.95) is the company's take on a premium compact—a small camera with a wide-aperture zoom lens, a larger-than-average image sensor, and Raw shooting capability. It strips away advanced features like a hot shoe or integrated EVF (you'll find them in the larger Fuji X30$499.99 at Best Buy), but is quite capable in its own right.
Although not offering current XQ1 owners any compelling reason to upgrade, the new XQ2 is competitively priced and represents good value for…
Although not offering current XQ1 owners any compelling reason to upgrade, the new XQ2 is competitively priced and represents good value for money when you consider its all-round handling, performance and features. It perhaps falls between two camps, though, with the pricier Sony RX-100 series benefiting from a larger 1-inch sensor and offering class-leading performance for enthusiasts wanting a truly pocketable compact.
The Fujifilm XQ2 is a stylish compact camera that will easily fit into your pocket, and deliver better than average image quality compared t…
The Fujifilm XQ2 is a stylish compact camera that will easily fit into your pocket, and deliver better than average image quality compared to other compact cameras. The camera has a bright f/1.8, 5x optical zoom lens, with built in Wi-Fi to allow the transfer of images to a smartphone or tablet.
The Fujifilm XQ2 may look like a run-of-the-mill compact camera but it shouldn't be underestimated. The two most significant specifications …
The Fujifilm XQ2 may look like a run-of-the-mill compact camera but it shouldn't be underestimated. The two most significant specifications to influence image quality are sensor size and lens aperture, and the XQ2 ups the ante on both fronts.
The Fujifilm XQ2 is an attractive advanced compact with a fast f1.8 maximum aperture and good low-light photo quality. It has a satisfying m…
The Fujifilm XQ2 is an attractive advanced compact with a fast f1.8 maximum aperture and good low-light photo quality. It has a satisfying mix of manual and automatic shooting options and plenty of things with which to experiment.
The Fujifilm XQ2 offers a solid bargain in the bridge (high-performance compact) camera market. The $349 price tag is enticing, given the fe…
The Fujifilm XQ2 offers a solid bargain in the bridge (high-performance compact) camera market. The $349 price tag is enticing, given the features and capabilities of this small shooter. Manual controls and customizable buttons give you the ability to grow beyond just pointing and clicking, and its built-in flash is quite powerful.
At $400, the Fujifilm XQ2 is one of the lowest-priced compact cameras available that’s designed to work well in low-light environs. The XQ2 …
At $400, the Fujifilm XQ2 is one of the lowest-priced compact cameras available that’s designed to work well in low-light environs. The XQ2 is also one of the most conveniently pocket-size models you’ll find, measuring 5.5 inches long and weighing just 1.2 pounds.