Fujifilm XQ1 Digital Camera, Black {12MP}

Fujifilm XQ1: X-Trans image quality in a shirt-pocket body

The XQ1 takes the pocketable footprint Fuji established with the XF1 and drops in the X-Trans CMOS II sensor first seen in the X20. That 2/3", 12MP sensor skips the optical low-pass filter, which lets the 25-100mm equivalent Fujinon lens resolve more real detail than the pixel count suggests. Wide open at 25mm you get f/1.8, a fast aperture for a compact this size, backed by optical image stabilization for handheld low-light work.

On-sensor phase detection speeds up autofocus considerably and lets the XQ1 keep pace with moving subjects better than typical compacts of its era. ISO tops out at 12800, shutter speeds run from 30 seconds to 1/4000 sec, and burst shooting hits 12 fps for grabbing fleeting expressions or quick action. Video shoots 1080p at up to 60p, useful for anyone who wants smooth motion without stepping up to a larger camera.

The 3-inch, 920,000-dot fixed LCD gives a clear view for composing, and built-in Wi-Fi handles image transfer and geotagging without extra hardware. Manual controls run deep here: aperture priority, shutter priority, full manual exposure, and focus peaking for manual focus work. At 206g and just over an inch thick, it disappears into a jacket pocket without asking you to give up creative control over the shot.

Who It's For

Street photographers get a camera small enough to carry everywhere with the f/1.8 wide aperture and fast phase-detect autofocus needed for candid, in-the-moment shots. Travel shooters benefit from the 25-100mm equivalent zoom range and Wi-Fi image transfer, letting them frame anything from architecture to portraits and share images on the go without a laptop. Low-light and available-light shooters lean on the ISO range up to 12800 and three-stop optical image stabilization to keep shutter speeds workable after dark. Enthusiasts who want full manual control in a pocket body get aperture priority, shutter priority, and manual exposure modes alongside RAW capture, giving them the same creative latitude as a larger system camera.

Key Features

• 12MP X-Trans CMOS II sensor without optical low-pass filter
• 2/3" sensor with 25-100mm f/1.8-f/4.9 Fujinon lens
• Phase-detection autofocus with 0.06-second AF speed
• 12 fps burst, ISO 100-12,800
• 1080p video at up to 60p with AF tracking
• Optical image stabilization with 3-stop correction
• 920,000-dot 3" fixed LCD display
• Built-in Wi-Fi with image transfer and geotagging
• Manual focus, aperture priority, shutter priority, full manual mode
• 206g with 240-minute battery life

FAQ

Does the XQ1 use the same sensor as the X20?

Yes, it's the X-Trans CMOS II 12MP, 2/3" sensor without an optical low-pass filter. That means you get the detail and sharpness X-Trans delivers in a pocket-sized body.

What's the autofocus speed on this camera?

On-sensor phase detection with over 100,000 PD pixels gives you autofocus up to 0.06 seconds, which is the fastest in its category. In High Performance Mode, shot-to-shot lag drops to just 0.3 seconds.

Can you shoot video at 60fps?

Yes, 1080p at up to 60p. The frame rate gives you smooth motion capture without needing a larger camera, and autofocus tracks moving subjects during recording.

How does the 3-inch LCD compare to competitors?

The 920,000-dot fixed LCD is high-res for a compact and gives you a clear, detailed view for composing. It's non-touch, so you compose and adjust with the rear buttons and control ring.

What are the burst and ISO capabilities?

12 fps continuous shooting and ISO from 100 to 12,800 (Auto mode runs 100–3,200). The combination of the fast f/1.8 aperture at wide angle, three-stop optical stabilization, and high ISO makes it solid for low-light work.

Does the XQ1 have manual focus tools?

Yes. Manual focus mode works from 50cm in normal mode down to 3cm in macro, and focus peaking highlights the in-focus plane for precise manual work.

Is Wi-Fi included?

Built-in Wi-Fi handles image transfer, sharing, and geotagging via the Fujifilm Camera app on iOS or Android. A dedicated button on the back makes wireless transfer quick.