FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus SH-2
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FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus SH-2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 337g - 110 x 73 x 81mm
- Released February 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix S1880
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Revealed March 2015
- Succeeded the Olympus SH-1
- New Model is Olympus SH-3

FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus SH-2 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the FujiFilm S1800 versus Olympus SH-2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S1800 (12MP) and SH-2 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S1800 was unveiled 6 years prior to the SH-2 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-2 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S1800 matches up vs the SH-2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus SH-2 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 & Olympus Stylus SH-2. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery & Olympus SH-2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1800 over the Olympus SH-2
S1800 | SH-2 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the FujiFilm S1800
SH-2 | S1800 | |||
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Revealed | March 2015 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 62 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1800 and Olympus SH-2
S1800 | SH-2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus SH-2 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S1800 features external 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 Olympus SH-2 has dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Examine the FujiFilm S1800 versus Olympus SH-2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S1800 compared to the SH-2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S1800 and SH-2 is 78 and 88 respectively.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus SH-2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The visual below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1800 and SH-2.
All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus SH-2 to offer you greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The older S1800 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus SH-2 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus SH-2 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | Olympus Stylus SH-2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | Olympus Stylus SH-2 |
Also called as | FinePix S1880 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-02-02 | 2015-03-11 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 99% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 11.5 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 337g (0.74 lbs) | 271g (0.60 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
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 life | - | 380 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $180 | $399 |