FujiFilm S1800 vs Sony A57

Here is a in-depth overview of the FujiFilm S1800 versus Sony A57, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the S1800 (12MP) and A57 (16MP) and the S1800 (1/2.3") and A57 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The S1800 was unveiled 3 years prior to the A57 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm S1800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A57 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S1800 grades vs the A57 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 and Sony SLT-A57. The full galleries are provided at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery and Sony A57 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S1800 features exterior 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 A57 has proportions of 132mm x 98mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") and a weight of 618 grams (1.36 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm S1800 versus Sony A57 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S1800 and the A57.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1800 and A57 is 78 and 64 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by researching technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S1800 and A57.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S1800 having a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sony A57 will render more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older S1800 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.