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Canon 1Ds vs Fujifilm S4800

Portability
50
Imaging
51
Features
34
Overall
44
Canon EOS-1Ds front
 
Fujifilm FinePix S4800 front
Portability
66
Imaging
39
Features
37
Overall
38

Canon 1Ds vs Fujifilm S4800 Key Specs

Canon 1Ds
(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
Fujifilm S4800
(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
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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.

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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.

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Reasons to pick Canon 1Ds over the Fujifilm S4800

 1Ds Fujifilm S4800 
Manual focus More accurate focus

Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4800 over the Canon 1Ds

 Fujifilm S4800 1Ds 
ReleasedJanuary 2013December 2002More modern by 123 months
Screen size3"2"Bigger screen (+1")
Screen resolution230k120kClearer screen (+110k dot)

Common features in the Canon 1Ds and Fujifilm S4800

 1Ds Fujifilm S4800 
Screen typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Canon 1Ds vs Fujifilm S4800 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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.

Canon 1Ds vs Fujifilm S4800 sensor size comparison

Canon 1Ds vs Fujifilm S4800 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 1Ds vs Fujifilm S4800 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon 1Ds
Portrait photography with Fujifilm S4800
54
focusing manually
big sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
does not have liveview
low megapixels (11MP)
36
resolution is good (16MP)
supports face detection autofocus
focusing manually not possible
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon 1Ds Street photography info
Fujifilm S4800 Street photography info
44
big sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than average (1,585 grams)
max ISO too low (1,250)
43
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than competition in class (518g)
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Sports Comparison

Canon 1Ds Sports photography info
Fujifilm S4800 Sports photography info
46
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
big sensor size (Full frame)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
does not have liveview
low frames per second (3.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (11 megapixels)
48
long zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon 1Ds Travel photography highlights
Fujifilm S4800 Travel photography highlights
30
more heavy than average (1,585 grams)
low megapixels (11 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
54
resolution is good (16MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (24mm)
very long reach (720mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competition in class (518 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon 1Ds Landscape photography highlights
Fujifilm S4800 Landscape photography highlights
47
focusing manually
swap lenses (Canon EF mount)
big sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
small screen (2 inch)
does not have liveview
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (11 megapixels)
max ISO too low (1,250)
42
decently wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon 1Ds as a Vlogging camera
Fujifilm S4800 as a Vlogging camera
9
lack of video recording
24
decently wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
supports face detection autofocus
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic jack
heavier than competition in class (518 grams)
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Canon 1Ds vs Fujifilm S4800 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 1Ds and Fujifilm S4800
 Canon EOS-1DsFujifilm FinePix S4800
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