Fujifilm SL1000 vs Olympus 1s

Here is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 versus Olympus 1s, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and 1s (12MP) and the Fujifilm SL1000 (1/2.3") and 1s (1/1.7") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was launched 3 years earlier than the 1s and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm SL1000 matches up against the 1s in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 and Olympus Stylus 1s. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery and Olympus 1s Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm SL1000 provides outside measurements of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") having a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Olympus 1s has sizing of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm SL1000 versus Olympus 1s in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 versus the 1s.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm SL1000 and 1s is 61 and 79 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm SL1000 and 1s.

As you can see, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm SL1000 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Fujifilm SL1000 will give more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm SL1000 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.