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FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS

Portability
78
Imaging
34
Features
26
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix S1800 front
 
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
40
Overall
37

FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Key Specs

FujiFilm S1800
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • 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
  • Launched February 2010
  • Alternate Name is FinePix S1880
Olympus TG-1 iHS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
  • 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
  • Released May 2012
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FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Overview

Below, we will be looking at the FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the S1800 (12MP) and the TG-1 iHS (12MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1800 was launched 3 years prior to the TG-1 iHS and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S1800 matches up against the TG-1 iHS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1800 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS

 S1800 TG-1 iHS 

Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the FujiFilm S1800

 TG-1 iHS S1800 
ReleasedMay 2012February 2010Fresher by 27 months
Screen resolution610k230kCrisper screen (+380k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm S1800 and Olympus TG-1 iHS

 S1800 TG-1 iHS 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen size
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither provides Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S1800 provides external measurements 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 TG-1 iHS has sizing of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S1800 compared to the TG-1 iHS.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S1800 and TG-1 iHS is 78 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1800 and TG-1 iHS.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you should expect comparable quality of images though you should always factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older S1800 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S1800 Portrait photography factors
Olympus TG-1 iHS Portrait photography factors
20
lack of manual focus
can't use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
26
has face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
external flash not possible
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S1800 as a Street photography camera
Olympus TG-1 iHS as a Street photography camera
49
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
60
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S1800 as a Sports photography camera
Olympus TG-1 iHS as a Sports photography camera
33
excellent zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
max frames per second very slow (1.0 frames/s)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
39
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has tracking focus
environment proof
good battery (350 shots)
max frames per second low (3.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S1800 Travel photography factors
Olympus TG-1 iHS Travel photography factors
55
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
long zoom (504mm)
does not have Timelapse recording
MP count low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
68
good battery (350 CIPA)
environment proof
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S1800 Landscape photography features
Olympus TG-1 iHS Landscape photography features
36
rather wide (28mm)
decent sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
no RAW support
does not have Timelapse recording
46
decently wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
screen is a good size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
environment proof
good battery (350 per charge)
lack of manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not available
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S1800 Vlogging highlights
Olympus TG-1 iHS Vlogging highlights
25
rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have microphone support
35
decently wide (25mm)
very good max aperture (f2.0)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
display is not selfie friendly
doesn't have microphone port
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FujiFilm S1800 vs Olympus TG-1 iHS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S1800 and Olympus TG-1 iHS
 FujiFilm FinePix S1800Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Olympus
Model type FujiFilm FinePix S1800 Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS
Also Known as FinePix S1880 -
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Launched 2010-02-02 2012-05-08
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - TruePic VI
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 area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 3968 x 2976
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-504mm (18.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.0-4.9
Macro focusing range 2cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 610k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder coverage 99 percent -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 4s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.40 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro -
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 337 grams (0.74 pounds) 230 grams (0.51 pounds)
Dimensions 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2")
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 life - 350 images
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID 4 x AA LI90B
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 and 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal -
Storage slots Single Single
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