FujiFilm S1800 vs Sony W690

Let's examine more in depth at the FujiFilm S1800 versus Sony W690, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the S1800 (12MP) and W690 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S1800 was launched 3 years prior to the W690 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W690 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S1800 matches up vs the W690 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The complete galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S1800 comes with outside dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Sony W690 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm S1800 versus Sony W690 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S1800 against the W690.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S1800 and W690 is 78 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through specs. The photograph below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S1800 and W690.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony W690 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older S1800 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.