Fujifilm S1500 vs Fujifilm X-S1

Its time to look much closer at the Fujifilm S1500 vs Fujifilm X-S1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both created by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) and the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) is pretty close but the Fujifilm S1500 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm S1500 was announced 3 years prior to the Fujifilm X-S1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm S1500 scores vs the Fujifilm X-S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S1500 and Fujifilm X-S1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S1500 Gallery and Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S1500 enjoys external dimensions of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") having a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-S1 has measurements of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") and a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).

See the Fujifilm S1500 vs Fujifilm X-S1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S1500 vs the Fujifilm X-S1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S1500 and Fujifilm X-S1 is 82 and 52 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The image here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S1500 and Fujifilm X-S1.

All in all, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm S1500 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Fujifilm X-S1 will render more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S1500 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.