FujiFilm S1800 vs Samsung NX3000

In this article, we are looking at the FujiFilm S1800 versus Samsung NX3000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the S1800 (12MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the S1800 (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S1800 was brought out 5 years before the NX3000 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S1800 grades against the NX3000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 and Samsung NX3000. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S1800 has external dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Samsung NX3000 has proportions of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check the FujiFilm S1800 versus Samsung NX3000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the S1800 versus the NX3000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1800 and NX3000 is 78 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S1800 and NX3000.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S1800 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX3000 will produce extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged S1800 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.