FujiFilm S1800 vs Samsung ST150F

The following is a detailed analysis of the FujiFilm S1800 and Samsung ST150F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the S1800 (12MP) and ST150F (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S1800 was introduced 3 years before the ST150F which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S1800 scores versus the ST150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 and Samsung ST150F. The whole galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S1800 has got outside 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 Samsung ST150F has sizing of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm S1800 and Samsung ST150F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S1800 vs the ST150F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S1800 and ST150F is 78 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S1800 and ST150F.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung ST150F to produce greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged S1800 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.