Fujifilm S1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

The following is a in-depth review of the Fujifilm S1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1 was introduced at a similar time to the Galaxy Camera 2 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm S1 scores against the Galaxy Camera 2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S1 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S1 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S1 has outside measurements of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has proportions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S1 against the Galaxy Camera 2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S1 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 60 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S1 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution and you can expect similar quality of files but you might want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.