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FujiFilm S1800 vs Samsung NX100

Portability
78
Imaging
35
Features
26
Overall
31
FujiFilm FinePix S1800 front
 
Samsung NX100 front
Portability
88
Imaging
55
Features
54
Overall
54

FujiFilm S1800 vs Samsung NX100 Key Specs

FujiFilm S1800
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost 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
  • Also Known as FinePix S1880
Samsung NX100
(Full Review)
  • 15MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
  • Introduced September 2010
  • New Model is Samsung NX200
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FujiFilm S1800 vs Samsung NX100 Overview

Here is a thorough analysis of the FujiFilm S1800 vs Samsung NX100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the S1800 (12MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is relatively similar but the S1800 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The S1800 was brought out 7 months earlier than the NX100 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S1800 grades vs the NX100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm S1800 over the Samsung NX100

 S1800 NX100 

Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the FujiFilm S1800

 NX100 S1800 
IntroducedSeptember 2010February 2010Fresher by 7 months
Focus manually Very precise focusing
Screen resolution614k230kSharper screen (+384k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm S1800 and Samsung NX100

 S1800 NX100 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size3"3"Same screen size
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

FujiFilm S1800 vs Samsung NX100 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S1800 provides physical measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Samsung NX100 has proportions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm S1800 vs Samsung NX100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the S1800 and the NX100.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Samsung NX100 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1800 and NX100 is 78 and 88 respectively.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Samsung NX100 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm S1800 vs Samsung NX100 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S1800 and NX100.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S1800 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Samsung NX100 will deliver greater detail having its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older S1800 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm S1800 vs Samsung NX100 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm S1800 vs Samsung NX100 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm S1800 vs Samsung NX100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm S1800 as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung NX100 as a Portrait photography camera
21
manual focus not available
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
73
you can focus manually
megapixel count decent (15MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
provides face detect focusing
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm S1800 Street photography factors
Samsung NX100 Street photography factors
49
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
76
built in image stabilization
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
fixed screen
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm S1800 Sports photography factors
Samsung NX100 Sports photography factors
34
long zoom range (28-504mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
painfully slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
60
built in image stabilization
megapixel count decent (15 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
better than average battery power (420 per charge)
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames/s)
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm S1800 Travel photography factors
Samsung NX100 Travel photography factors
55
flash built-in
really wide (28mm)
great zoom (504mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
66
better than average battery power (420 per charge)
megapixel count decent (15MP)
does not have Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm S1800 Landscape photography highlights
Samsung NX100 Landscape photography highlights
36
really wide (28mm)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
75
you can focus manually
change lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
built in image stabilization
megapixel count decent (15MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
better than average battery power (420 shots)
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm S1800 Vlogging info
Samsung NX100 Vlogging info
25
really wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic jack
31
built in image stabilization
provides face detect focusing
screen is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone port
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FujiFilm S1800 vs Samsung NX100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm S1800 and Samsung NX100
 FujiFilm FinePix S1800Samsung NX100
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix S1800 Samsung NX100
Also called as FinePix S1880 -
Category Small Sensor Superzoom Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2010-02-02 2010-09-14
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - DRIMe Engine
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.4 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 365.0mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 15MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4592 x 3056
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 15
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens Samsung NX
Lens zoom range 28-504mm (18.0x) -
Largest aperture f/3.1-5.6 -
Macro focusing distance 2cm -
Available lenses - 32
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Screen resolution 230k dot 614k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech - VGA AMOLED
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder coverage 99 percent -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.40 m no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash sync - 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data 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 Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 337g (0.74 lbs) 282g (0.62 lbs)
Physical dimensions 110 x 73 x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 62
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.6
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.7
DXO Low light rating not tested 563
Other
Battery life - 420 photos
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID 4 x AA BP1130
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC
Storage slots Single Single
Price at launch $180 $386