FujiFilm S1800 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Below, we are analyzing the FujiFilm S1800 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the S1800 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S1800 was revealed 4 years before the Galaxy Camera 2 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S1800 scores against the Galaxy Camera 2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S1800 has physical dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm S1800 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S1800 and the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1800 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 78 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1800 and Galaxy Camera 2.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to result in more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S1800 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.