Fujifilm S1500 vs Sony S980

Here is a complete comparison of the Fujifilm S1500 versus Sony S980, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) and the S980 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1500 was revealed very close to the S980 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S1500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony S980 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm S1500 matches up vs the S980 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S1500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S1500 Gallery & Sony S980 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S1500 enjoys physical dimensions of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) and the Sony S980 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S1500 and the S980.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S1500 and S980 is 82 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The photograph here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S1500 and S980.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony S980 to give you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively.