Fujifilm S4800 vs Olympus SH-2
Portability
66 Imaging
39 Features
37 Overall
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66 Imaging
39 Features
37 Overall
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Portability
88 Imaging
40 Features
51 Overall
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88 Imaging
40 Features
51 Overall
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Fujifilm S4800 vs Olympus SH-2 Key Specs
Fujifilm S4800
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 518g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
- Revealed January 2013
Olympus SH-2
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 271g - 109 x 63 x 42mm
- Released March 2015
- Succeeded the Olympus SH-1
- Successor is Olympus SH-3
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Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm S4800 versus Olympus SH-2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) and the SH-2 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm S4800 matches up versus the SH-2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4800 over the Olympus SH-2
| Fujifilm S4800 | SH-2 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus SH-2 over the Fujifilm S4800
| SH-2 | Fujifilm S4800 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | March 2015 |  | January 2013 | More modern by 25 months |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S4800 and Olympus SH-2
| Fujifilm S4800 | SH-2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Fujifilm S4800 vs Olympus SH-2 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S4800 features physical measurements of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") and a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs) and the Olympus SH-2 has measurements of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S4800 against the SH-2.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S4800 and SH-2 is 66 and 88 respectively.
Fujifilm S4800 vs Olympus SH-2 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S4800 and SH-2.
Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos though you really should consider the age of the products into consideration. The more aged Fujifilm S4800 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
Fujifilm S4800 vs Olympus SH-2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Fujifilm S4800 as a Portrait photography camera
Olympus SH-2 as a Portrait photography camera
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
provides face detect autofocus
lack of manual focus
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
features face detect focusing
saves RAW files
no manual focus
cannot use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Fujifilm S4800 Street photography information
Olympus SH-2 Street photography information
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
more heavy than competition in class (518g)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
saves RAW files
boasts focus by touch
lighter than competition in class (271 grams)
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Sports photography with Fujifilm S4800
Sports photography with Olympus SH-2
incredible zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
provides tracking focus
slow fps (1.0 fps)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
incredible zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
features tracking focus
good battery (380 CIPA)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Fujifilm S4800 Travel photography factors
Olympus SH-2 Travel photography factors
megapixel count decent (16MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (24mm)
great zoom (720mm)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition in class (518 grams)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
good battery (380 shots)
lighter than competition in class (271 grams)
boasts focus by touch
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
really wide (25mm)
long zoom (600mm)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
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Landscape photography with Fujifilm S4800
Landscape photography with Olympus SH-2
rather wide (24mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
doesn't have Timelapse mode
really wide (25mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
saves RAW files
good battery (380 per charge)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Fujifilm S4800 Vlogging advice
Olympus SH-2 Vlogging advice
rather wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides face detect autofocus
slow maximum aperture (f3.1)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have microphone port
more heavy than competition in class (518 grams)
really wide (25mm)
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
features face detect focusing
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition in class (271g)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
missing microphone support
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Fujifilm S4800 vs Olympus SH-2 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix S4800 | Olympus Stylus SH-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
| Model | Fujifilm FinePix S4800 | Olympus Stylus SH-2 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2013-01-30 | 2015-03-11 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | TruePic VII |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 125 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.0-6.9 |
| Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 11.5 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) | 8.30 m (at ISO 3200) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 518g (1.14 lb) | 271g (0.60 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") | 109 x 63 x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 380 pictures |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | LI-92B |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $229 | $399 |