FujiFilm S1800 vs Pentax X90
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FujiFilm S1800 vs Pentax X90 Key Specs
(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
- Announced February 2010
- Alternative Name is FinePix S1880
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
- Announced July 2010

FujiFilm S1800 vs Pentax X90 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm S1800 versus Pentax X90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S1800 (12MP) and the X90 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S1800 was released 5 months earlier than the X90 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the S1800 scores vs the X90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Pentax X90 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 & Pentax X90. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery & Pentax X90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1800 over the Pentax X90
S1800 | X90 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the FujiFilm S1800
X90 | S1800 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm S1800 and Pentax X90
S1800 | X90 | |||
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Announced | February 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Same age |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
FujiFilm S1800 vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm S1800 enjoys physical measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Pentax X90 has specifications of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm S1800 versus Pentax X90 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the S1800 and the X90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1800 and X90 is 78 and 69 respectively.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The image below should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S1800 and X90.
To sum up, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you might want to consider the age of the cameras into account.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Pentax X90 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S1800 vs Pentax X90 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | Pentax X90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S1800 | Pentax X90 |
Also called as | FinePix S1880 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Prime |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
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 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 99 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 9.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 337 gr (0.74 lb) | 428 gr (0.94 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") |
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 ID | 4 x AA | D-L106 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $180 | $350 |