Fujifilm SL1000 vs Sony W830

On this page, we are reviewing the Fujifilm SL1000 and Sony W830, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by companies FujiFilm and Sony. The image resolution of the Fujifilm SL1000 (16MP) and the W830 (20MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL1000 was released 12 months earlier than the W830 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm SL1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm SL1000 matches up vs the W830 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix SL1000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL1000 Gallery and Sony W830 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm SL1000 enjoys exterior measurements of 123mm x 89mm x 123mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 4.8") having a weight of 659 grams (1.45 lbs) while the Sony W830 has dimensions of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm SL1000 and Sony W830 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm SL1000 vs the W830.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm SL1000 and W830 is 61 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The visual here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm SL1000 and W830.

As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony W830 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm SL1000 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.