FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus SH-1
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FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus SH-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Additionally Known as FinePix S4050
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Revealed March 2014
- Successor is Olympus SH-2

FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus SH-1 Overview
The following is a comprehensive review of the FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus SH-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the S4000 (14MP) and the SH-1 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S4000 was brought out 4 years prior to the SH-1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S4000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SH-1 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S4000 matches up against the SH-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus SH-1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S4000 and Olympus Stylus SH-1. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm S4000 Gallery and Olympus SH-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S4000 over the Olympus SH-1
S4000 | SH-1 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SH-1 over the FujiFilm S4000
SH-1 | S4000 | |||
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Revealed | March 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 39 months |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm S4000 and Olympus SH-1
S4000 | SH-1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus SH-1 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S4000 has physical dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Olympus SH-1 has sizing of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
Contrast the FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus SH-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the S4000 and the SH-1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S4000 and SH-1 is 67 and 88 respectively.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus SH-1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S4000 and SH-1.
Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus SH-1 to resolve greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged S4000 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus SH-1 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S4000 vs Olympus SH-1 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | Olympus Stylus SH-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | Olympus Stylus SH-1 |
Also called | FinePix S4050 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2014-03-31 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 12.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 pounds) | 271g (0.60 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 380 images |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | LI-92B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $279 | $349 |