Fujifilm S1 vs Samsung TL220

Lets examine more in depth at the Fujifilm S1 versus Samsung TL220, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and TL220 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1 was revealed 4 years after the TL220 which is a fairly sizable 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 Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm S1 scores versus the TL220 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S1 and Samsung TL220. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S1 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S1 has got outside measurements of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Samsung TL220 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm S1 versus Samsung TL220 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S1 against the TL220.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S1 and TL220 is 60 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S1 and TL220.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S1 to show greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S1 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.