FujiFilm S1800 vs Fujifilm S4800
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FujiFilm S1800 vs Fujifilm S4800 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
- Alternative Name is FinePix S1880
(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
- Released January 2013

FujiFilm S1800 vs Fujifilm S4800 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm S1800 and Fujifilm S4800, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are created by FujiFilm. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the S1800 (12MP) and Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S1800 was released 4 years earlier than the Fujifilm S4800 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going through a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S1800 matches up versus the Fujifilm S4800 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Fujifilm S4800 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 & Fujifilm FinePix S4800. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery & Fujifilm S4800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1800 over the Fujifilm S4800
S1800 | Fujifilm S4800 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4800 over the FujiFilm S1800
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | Newer by 36 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1800 and Fujifilm S4800
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
FujiFilm S1800 vs Fujifilm S4800 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. 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) and the Fujifilm S4800 has specifications of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm S1800 and Fujifilm S4800 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the S1800 compared to the Fujifilm S4800.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1800 and Fujifilm S4800 is 78 and 66 respectively.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Fujifilm S4800 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The pic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1800 and Fujifilm S4800.
To sum up, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Fujifilm S4800 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged S1800 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Fujifilm S4800 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S1800 vs Fujifilm S4800 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | Fujifilm FinePix S4800 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | Fujifilm FinePix S4800 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S1880 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 2013-01-30 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 337g (0.74 lb) | 518g (1.14 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") |
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 ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $180 | $229 |