Fujifilm S1 vs Fujifilm X-S1

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm S1 versus Fujifilm X-S1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both created by FujiFilm. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm S1 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm S1 was brought out 2 years after the Fujifilm X-S1 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm S1 scores vs the Fujifilm X-S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S1 & Fujifilm X-S1. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S1 Gallery & Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S1 features exterior dimensions of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-S1 has sizing of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") accompanied by a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm S1 versus Fujifilm X-S1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S1 and the Fujifilm X-S1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S1 and Fujifilm X-S1 is 60 and 52 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S1 and Fujifilm X-S1.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm S1 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Fujifilm S1 will resolve extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S1 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.