Fujifilm S4800 vs Samsung SL620

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm S4800 and Samsung SL620, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) and SL620 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm S4800 was manufactured 4 years later than the SL620 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S4800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Fujifilm S4800 scores against the SL620 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix S4800 & Samsung SL620. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S4800 Gallery & Samsung SL620 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S4800 has outer dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL620 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm S4800 and Samsung SL620 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S4800 vs the SL620.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S4800 and SL620 is 66 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S4800 and SL620.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Fujifilm S4800 to deliver more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S4800 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.