FujiFilm S1800 vs Fujifilm A100
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FujiFilm S1800 vs Fujifilm A100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Other Name is FinePix S1880
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 92 x 61 x 22mm
- Announced February 2009
FujiFilm S1800 vs Fujifilm A100 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the FujiFilm S1800 vs Fujifilm A100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the S1800 (12MP) and the Fujifilm A100 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe S1800 was revealed 13 months later than the Fujifilm A100 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm A100 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the S1800 scores versus the Fujifilm A100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
FujiFilm S1800 vs Fujifilm A100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 & Fujifilm FinePix A100. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery & Fujifilm A100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1800 over the Fujifilm A100
S1800 | Fujifilm A100 | |||
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Announced | February 2010 | February 2009 | Fresher by 13 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A100 over the FujiFilm S1800
Fujifilm A100 | S1800 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm S1800 and Fujifilm A100
S1800 | Fujifilm A100 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
FujiFilm S1800 vs Fujifilm A100 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S1800 features outside measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm A100 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm S1800 vs Fujifilm A100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the S1800 vs the Fujifilm A100.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S1800 and Fujifilm A100 is 78 and 95 respectively.
FujiFilm S1800 vs Fujifilm A100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1800 and Fujifilm A100.
As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the FujiFilm S1800 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent S1800 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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FujiFilm S1800 vs Fujifilm A100 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | Fujifilm FinePix A100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | Fujifilm FinePix A100 |
Also called | FinePix S1880 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2009-02-04 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 36-107mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash |
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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 337 gr (0.74 pounds) | 124 gr (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 92 x 61 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $180 | $0 |