FujiFilm S1800 vs Fujifilm S4500

Let's take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm S1800 and Fujifilm S4500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the S1800 (12MP) and the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S1800 was brought out 23 months before the Fujifilm S4500 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S1800 matches up versus the Fujifilm S4500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 and Fujifilm FinePix S4500. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery and Fujifilm S4500 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S1800 features exterior dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S4500 has measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm S1800 and Fujifilm S4500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the S1800 vs the Fujifilm S4500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S1800 and Fujifilm S4500 is 78 and 67 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S1800 and Fujifilm S4500.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S4500 to deliver greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The older S1800 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.