FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus SZ-31MR iHS

On this page, we are comparing the FujiFilm S1800 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the S1800 (12MP) and SZ-31MR iHS (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S1800 was revealed 24 months prior to the SZ-31MR iHS making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the S1800 grades versus the SZ-31MR iHS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S1800 offers external 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) whilst the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm S1800 and Olympus SZ-31MR iHS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S1800 vs the SZ-31MR iHS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1800 and SZ-31MR iHS is 78 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The visual below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S1800 and SZ-31MR iHS.

To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-31MR iHS to provide extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The older S1800 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.