Fujifilm S1 vs Fujifilm X20

In this article, we will be comparing the Fujifilm S1 and Fujifilm X20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by FujiFilm. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and the Fujifilm S1 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X20 (2/3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm S1 was introduced 9 months later than the Fujifilm X20 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Fujifilm X20 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm S1 grades against the Fujifilm X20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S1 and Fujifilm X20. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S1 Gallery and Fujifilm X20 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S1 enjoys physical measurements of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Fujifilm X20 has measurements of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S1 and Fujifilm X20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S1 against the Fujifilm X20.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S1 and Fujifilm X20 is 60 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S1 and Fujifilm X20.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm S1 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Fujifilm S1 will produce more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S1 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.