Canon S200 vs FujiFilm S1800

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon S200 versus FujiFilm S1800, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the S200 (10MP) and the S1800 (12MP) is very similar but the S200 (1/1.7") and S1800 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The S200 was brought out 4 years after the S1800 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon S200 being a Compact camera and the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the S200 grades versus the S1800 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S200 and FujiFilm FinePix S1800. The entire galleries are available at Canon S200 Gallery and FujiFilm S1800 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon S200 features exterior measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) and the FujiFilm S1800 has proportions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon S200 versus FujiFilm S1800 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S200 vs the S1800.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S200 and S1800 is 93 and 78 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S200 and S1800.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S200 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the FujiFilm S1800 will deliver greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer S200 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.