FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus SZ-10
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FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus SZ-10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Launched February 2010
- Additionally referred to as FinePix S1880
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-4.4) lens
- 215g - 106 x 67 x 38mm
- Introduced February 2011

FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus SZ-10 Overview
In this article, we are comparing the FujiFilm S1800 and Olympus SZ-10, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the S1800 (12MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is fairly close and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S1800 was launched 12 months prior to the SZ-10 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S1800 scores versus the SZ-10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus SZ-10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 and Olympus SZ-10. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery and Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1800 over the Olympus SZ-10
S1800 | SZ-10 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the FujiFilm S1800
SZ-10 | S1800 | |||
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Introduced | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 12 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1800 and Olympus SZ-10
S1800 | SZ-10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus SZ-10 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S1800 enjoys outer measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Olympus SZ-10 has sizing of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm S1800 and Olympus SZ-10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the S1800 versus the SZ-10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1800 and SZ-10 is 78 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus SZ-10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1800 and SZ-10.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-10 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older S1800 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus SZ-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus SZ-10 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | Olympus SZ-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | Olympus SZ-10 |
Also called as | FinePix S1880 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-02-02 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.1-4.4 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 7.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 337 gr (0.74 lb) | 215 gr (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $180 | $300 |