• 2/3 inch 58.1mm2
  • 12.0 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 100.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1 inch 116.2mm2
  • 20.8 megapixels
  • 18.00mm - 50.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Fujifilm XQ1 advantages over Nikon DL18-50

  • Less expensive
    $500 vs $850 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • More telephoto lens reach
    100 mm vs 50 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Thinner
    33 mm vs 57 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    206g vs 365g
    Lighter weight
  • Doesn't require an AA filter
    Yes vs No
    A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré

Nikon DL18-50 advantages over Fujifilm XQ1

  • Larger sensor
    1 inch vs 2/3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Slower slow-motion
    1200 fps vs 250 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 290 vs 240 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Hot shoe
    Hot shoe vs None
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • More pixels
    20.8 vs 12.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Wider angle lens
    18 mm vs 25 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Longer exposure
    120 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    60.0 fps vs 12.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • RAW file ability
    Both provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Both provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm XF1

Fujifilm XQ1
Fujifilm XF1
  • $699
  • 2/3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $460
  • 2/3 inch
  • Longer stills battery life

Compare Fujifilm XQ1 vs Fujifilm XF1

Nikon DL18-50
Fujifilm XF1
  • $948
  • 1 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $460
  • 2/3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

Compare Nikon DL18-50 vs Fujifilm XF1

Compared to Olympus TG-2

Fujifilm XQ1
Olympus TG-2
  • $699
  • 2/3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Focus peaking
  • $383
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof

Compare Fujifilm XQ1 vs Olympus TG-2

Nikon DL18-50
Olympus TG-2
  • $948
  • 1 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $383
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof

Compare Nikon DL18-50 vs Olympus TG-2

Compared to Olympus XZ-10

Fujifilm XQ1
Olympus XZ-10
  • $699
  • 2/3 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Touchscreen

Compare Fujifilm XQ1 vs Olympus XZ-10

Nikon DL18-50
Olympus XZ-10
  • $948
  • 1 inch
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $299
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Nikon DL18-50 vs Olympus XZ-10

Compared to Canon S120

Fujifilm XQ1
Canon S120
  • $699
  • 2/3 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Larger sensor
  • $449
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Fujifilm XQ1 vs Canon S120

Nikon DL18-50
Canon S120
  • $948
  • 1 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $449
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Nikon DL18-50 vs Canon S120

Compared to Fujifilm XQ2

Fujifilm XQ1
Fujifilm XQ2
  • $699
  • 2/3 inch
  • $200
  • 2/3 inch
  • Less expensive

Compare Fujifilm XQ1 vs Fujifilm XQ2

Nikon DL18-50
Fujifilm XQ2
  • $948
  • 1 inch
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Larger sensor
  • $200
  • 2/3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas

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