Fujifilm S9800 vs Fujifilm X-S1
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Fujifilm X-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Launched January 2015
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-624mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 920g - 135 x 107 x 149mm
- Announced November 2011
Fujifilm S9800 vs Fujifilm X-S1 Overview
The following is a comprehensive overview of the Fujifilm S9800 and Fujifilm X-S1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are created by FujiFilm. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm S9800 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") provide different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm S9800 was introduced 3 years after the Fujifilm X-S1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the Fujifilm S9800 scores against the Fujifilm X-S1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm S9800 vs Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm S9800 and Fujifilm X-S1. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery and Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9800 over the Fujifilm X-S1
Fujifilm S9800 | Fujifilm X-S1 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | November 2011 | Newer by 39 months | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-S1 over the Fujifilm S9800
Fujifilm X-S1 | Fujifilm S9800 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9800 and Fujifilm X-S1
Fujifilm S9800 | Fujifilm X-S1 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Exact same display resolution | |
Touch display | No Touch display |
Fujifilm S9800 vs Fujifilm X-S1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S9800 enjoys external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-S1 has proportions of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm S9800 and Fujifilm X-S1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 versus the Fujifilm X-S1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9800 and Fujifilm X-S1 is 61 and 52 respectively.
Fujifilm S9800 vs Fujifilm X-S1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S9800 and Fujifilm X-S1.
As you can tell, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm S9800 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Fujifilm S9800 will resolve greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S9800 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Fujifilm X-S1 Specifications
Fujifilm S9800 | Fujifilm X-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | Fujifilm S9800 | Fujifilm X-S1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2015-01-14 | 2011-11-24 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | EXR |
Sensor type | CMOS | EXRCMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 2/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 8.8 x 6.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 58.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 24-624mm (26.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 920 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | 100% |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 8.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670g (1.48 lb) | 920g (2.03 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 135 x 107 x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 49 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 216 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-95 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $299 | $399 |