FujiFilm S1800 vs Samsung SL30

Let's look more in depth at the FujiFilm S1800 versus Samsung SL30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S1800 (12MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S1800 was manufactured 12 months later than the SL30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL30 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S1800 scores versus the SL30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 and Samsung SL30. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S1800 provides outer 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) while the Samsung SL30 has dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the FujiFilm S1800 versus Samsung SL30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S1800 vs the SL30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1800 and SL30 is 78 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The photograph here will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1800 and SL30.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the FujiFilm S1800 to result in extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer S1800 provides a benefit in sensor technology.