Canon 1Ds vs Fujifilm S4800
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Canon 1Ds vs Fujifilm S4800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 11MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1250
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1585g - 156 x 158 x 80mm
- Introduced December 2002
- Replacement is Canon 1Ds MII
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 518g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
- Released January 2013

Canon 1Ds vs Fujifilm S4800 Overview
Following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon 1Ds and Fujifilm S4800, former is a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the 1Ds (11MP) and Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) and the 1Ds (Full frame) and Fujifilm S4800 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

The 1Ds was revealed 11 years prior to the Fujifilm S4800 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 1Ds being a Large SLR camera and the Fujifilm S4800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the 1Ds grades against the Fujifilm S4800 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon 1Ds vs Fujifilm S4800 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1Ds & Fujifilm FinePix S4800. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 1Ds Gallery & Fujifilm S4800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1Ds over the Fujifilm S4800
1Ds | Fujifilm S4800 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4800 over the Canon 1Ds
Fujifilm S4800 | 1Ds | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | December 2002 | More modern by 123 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 120k | Clearer screen (+110k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 1Ds and Fujifilm S4800
1Ds | Fujifilm S4800 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Canon 1Ds vs Fujifilm S4800 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 1Ds has exterior measurements of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 1585 grams (3.49 lbs) and the Fujifilm S4800 has measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") along with a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs).
Examine the Canon 1Ds and Fujifilm S4800 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the 1Ds vs the Fujifilm S4800.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1Ds and Fujifilm S4800 is 50 and 66 respectively.

Canon 1Ds vs Fujifilm S4800 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The image below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 1Ds and Fujifilm S4800.
Plainly, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1Ds with its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm S4800 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged 1Ds is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

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Canon 1Ds vs Fujifilm S4800 Specifications
Canon EOS-1Ds | Fujifilm FinePix S4800 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon EOS-1Ds | Fujifilm FinePix S4800 |
Category | Pro DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2002-12-17 | 2013-01-30 |
Body design | Large SLR | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 852.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 11 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4064 x 2704 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1250 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 45 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 2cm |
Amount of lenses | 250 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 120 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) |
Flash modes | External | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1585 grams (3.49 lbs) | 518 grams (1.14 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 156 x 158 x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") | 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 954 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $9,000 | $229 |