FujiFilm S2500HD vs Olympus 1s

Here, we are matching up the FujiFilm S2500HD versus Olympus 1s, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the S2500HD (12MP) and the 1s (12MP) is very comparable but the S2500HD (1/2.3") and 1s (1/1.7") boast different sensor measurements.

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The S2500HD was brought out 5 years earlier than the 1s which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S2500HD matches up vs the 1s in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD & Olympus Stylus 1s. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery & Olympus 1s Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S2500HD has got exterior dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Olympus 1s has dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the S2500HD against the 1s.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S2500HD and 1s is 78 and 79 respectively.

Often, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The image here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S2500HD and 1s.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor dimensions. The S2500HD uses the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder. The more aged S2500HD will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.