Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S4800
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Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 615g - 128 x 88 x 88mm
- Released March 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 518g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
- Revealed January 2013

Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Overview
The following is a complete comparison of the Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S4800, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the SX1 IS (10MP) and Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX1 IS was unveiled 4 years prior to the Fujifilm S4800 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX1 IS matches up against the Fujifilm S4800 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS & Fujifilm FinePix S4800. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX1 IS Gallery & Fujifilm S4800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX1 IS over the Fujifilm S4800
SX1 IS | Fujifilm S4800 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4800 over the Canon SX1 IS
Fujifilm S4800 | SX1 IS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | March 2009 | Newer by 46 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon SX1 IS and Fujifilm S4800
SX1 IS | Fujifilm S4800 | |||
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Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX1 IS comes with physical dimensions of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") and a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S4800 has specifications of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") with a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs).
See the Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX1 IS vs the Fujifilm S4800.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX1 IS and Fujifilm S4800 is 64 and 66 respectively.

Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The image underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX1 IS and Fujifilm S4800.
To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Fujifilm S4800 to provide greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX1 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX1 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S4800 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX1 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S4800 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-03-27 | 2013-01-30 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.7 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 0cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.8 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.20 m | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/500 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 615 gr (1.36 lb) | 518 gr (1.14 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 88 x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") | 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec or custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $600 | $229 |