Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung SL720
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Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung SL720 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand 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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Launched July 2009
- Additionally Known as PL70
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung SL720 Overview
In this article, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung SL720, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and SL720 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Fujifilm X-S1 was announced 2 years later than the SL720 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X-S1 matches up against the SL720 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung SL720 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-S1 & Samsung SL720. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-S1 over the Samsung SL720
Fujifilm X-S1 | SL720 | |||
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Launched | November 2011 | July 2009 | Fresher by 29 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL720 over the Fujifilm X-S1
SL720 | Fujifilm X-S1 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-S1 and Samsung SL720
Fujifilm X-S1 | SL720 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung SL720 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-S1 has exterior dimensions of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") along with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL720 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung SL720 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 compared to the SL720.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-S1 and SL720 is 52 and 94 respectively.
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung SL720 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The graphic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-S1 and SL720.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-S1 provides the larger sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler. The fresher Fujifilm X-S1 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung SL720 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-S1 vs Samsung SL720 Specifications
Fujifilm X-S1 | Samsung SL720 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm X-S1 | Samsung SL720 |
Otherwise known as | - | PL70 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-11-24 | 2009-07-14 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-624mm (26.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.00 m | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 920 gr (2.03 lb) | 168 gr (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 135 x 107 x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 49 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 216 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-95 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $399 | $119 |