Canon SX540 HS vs FujiFilm S1800
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Canon SX540 HS vs FujiFilm S1800 Key Specs
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- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 442g - 120 x 82 x 92mm
- Released January 2016
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- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Alternative Name is FinePix S1880
Canon SX540 HS vs FujiFilm S1800 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Canon SX540 HS vs FujiFilm S1800, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX540 HS (20MP) and S1800 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe SX540 HS was manufactured 6 years later than the S1800 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX540 HS scores versus the S1800 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX540 HS vs FujiFilm S1800 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX540 HS and FujiFilm FinePix S1800. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX540 HS Gallery and FujiFilm S1800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX540 HS over the FujiFilm S1800
SX540 HS | S1800 | |||
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Introduced | January 2016 | February 2010 | Fresher by 73 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1800 over the Canon SX540 HS
S1800 | SX540 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX540 HS and FujiFilm S1800
SX540 HS | S1800 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon SX540 HS vs FujiFilm S1800 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SX540 HS has outer measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the FujiFilm S1800 has measurements 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 SX540 HS vs FujiFilm S1800 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SX540 HS versus the S1800.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX540 HS and S1800 is 69 and 78 respectively.
Canon SX540 HS vs FujiFilm S1800 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX540 HS and S1800.
As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon SX540 HS to give you extra detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher SX540 HS provides an advantage in sensor technology.
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Canon SX540 HS vs FujiFilm S1800 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX540 HS | FujiFilm FinePix S1800 |
Also called | - | FinePix S1880 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2016-01-05 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.5 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 99 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.9 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 442 grams (0.97 pounds) | 337 grams (0.74 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 82 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 205 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $399 | $180 |