Fujifilm S1 vs Olympus SP-800 UZ

Following is a extended assessment of the Fujifilm S1 versus Olympus SP-800 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and the SP-800 UZ (14MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1 was unveiled 3 years after the SP-800 UZ which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-800 UZ being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm S1 matches up against the SP-800 UZ when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S1 and Olympus SP-800 UZ. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S1 Gallery and Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S1 provides exterior measurements of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") along with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Olympus SP-800 UZ has dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") along with a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S1 versus Olympus SP-800 UZ in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm S1 against the SP-800 UZ.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S1 and SP-800 UZ is 60 and 69 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S1 and SP-800 UZ.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Fujifilm S1 to produce greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S1 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.