How does this compare to the Fujifilm FinePix S1 ??
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While both of these are so called "bridge" cameras the Olympus SP-100 has one huge advantage over *all* other cameras in the class including the Fuji FinePix S1. The Dot Sight. At high zooms it is very difficult to frame the subject with any other camera. This can be very very frustrating. The Dot Sight eliminates that frustration. Once you are familiar with it you just put the illuminated reticle on the subject while keeping both eyes open. This makes tracking moving subjects very easy and intuitive. I just works better than any other camera. Otherwise the photos and everything else are pretty equal across the entire class. While both of these are so called "bridge" cameras the Olympus SP-100 has one huge advantage over *all* other cameras in the class including the Fuji FinePix S1. The Dot Sight. At high zooms it is very difficult to frame the subject with any other camera. This can be very very frustrating. The Dot Sight eliminates that frustration. Once you are familiar with it you just put the illuminated reticle on the subject while keeping both eyes open. This makes tracking moving subjects very easy and intuitive. I just works better than any other camera. Otherwise the photos and everything... » Read More While both of these are so called "bridge" cameras the Olympus SP-100 has one huge advantage over *all* other cameras in the class including the Fuji FinePix S1. The Dot Sight. At high zooms it is very difficult to frame the subject with any other camera. This can be very very frustrating. The Dot Sight eliminates that frustration. Once you are familiar with it you just put the illuminated reticle on the subject while keeping both eyes open. This makes tracking moving subjects very easy and intuitive. I just works better than any other camera. Otherwise the photos and everything else are pretty equal across the entire class. « Show Less
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I have never seen the fuji but go to http://www.dpreview.com/ and search both cameras they usually have good in depth reviews.
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While both of these are so called "bridge" cameras the Olympus SP-100 has one huge advantage over *all* other cameras in the class including the Fuji FinePix S1. The Dot Sight. At high zooms it is very difficult to frame the subject with any other camera. This can be very very frustrating. The Dot Sight eliminates that frustration. Once you are familiar with it you just put the illuminated reticle on the subject while keeping both eyes open. This makes tracking moving subjects very easy and intuitive. I just works better than any other camera. Otherwise the photos and everything else are pretty equal across the entire class.
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The Canon EOS-1D X camera is better. It has two CF card slots. Check out my review of the camera here.http://MichaelDanielHo.com/canon-EOS-1DX.html
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Look up "canon chdk". It's a firmware that you load from your sd card. I'm getting optical zoom in my SD800IS, along with many other features, like shooting in raw, and control over shutter speed. For those cameras with aperture control (mine just has a NS filter), you can even adjust that.Still, I really like the looks of the SX1 coming out. I'm going to start saving for Christmas now.
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I think the XS1 is better for image quality, especially closeups, but I haven't worked much with Lumix.
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I have both. The S95 is more of a photography toy to me, in a good way. I like tinkering with all the settings to try (keyword try) to take photos that are above and beyond amateur. Six months ago when the S95 was still $399, I would've recommended the S8100 because it'd have been cheaper and would've taken very decent pictures. Plus, the S8100 has better zoom and is faster (CMOS sensor). But, given the S95 and S8100 are about the same price now, I'd go with the S95. If you're taking sports photos outside, the faster CMOS of the S8100 sensor doesn't have much on the S95, especially since you can adjust the S95's shutter speed to make it faster. But, keep in mind the S95 does not have continuous shooting speeds the S8100 does. The S8100 has a continuous mode that can capture several photos in one second. The S95 simply cannot do this. As for low-light indoor shots, both are good. The S95 has a bright f/2 lens so it definitely helps with low light shots. And the S8100 was designed to do well in low-light situations. I have a HD camcorder so the 1080p video on the S8100 wasn't a selling point. However, if you don't like carrying around a camcorder and a camera, the S8100 doubles as a great camcorder. As for the quality of the video, neither the S95's 720p nor the S8100's 1080p has anything on the true 1080p quality videos of a real HD camcorder. I guess in the end, the tie breaker would be how much fun you could have with the S95, especially if you like manipulating camera settings to get the perfect shot. The S8100 is more of a pick up and shoot camera. I have both and I definitely use the S95 more. My significant other holds on to the S8100 because I gave it to him (if that's any further indication of which one I'd pick).
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Significant difference between the two cameras - if you have the opportunity exchange them. Big differences are Much improved video, Weight, Quality of photos, Options - The SL! is basically the identical camera to the T5i in a much smaller package - Basically the SL1 is 2 to 3 generations newer than the T3 - I had a T1i and When the T3 came out I did not upgrade as it offered few advantages over the T1i. I have the SL1 - Love it - a significant upgrade.
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Why do you say " that the SX10IS will be better for photos" when this is the bottom line of the review you link: Canon's PowerShot SX1 IS has justifiably become one of the most talked-about super-zoom cameras on the market today. It takes the already capable PowerShot SX10 IS with its powerful 20x zoom and articulated screen, but swaps the sensor for a CMOS version which can deliver both HD video recording and fast continuous shooting. As such, the SX1 IS becomes the latest and arguably one of the best hybrid cameras to date, delivering 10 Megapixel stills at up to 4fps with a decent degree of manual control, along with Full HD video in the 1080p format. The SX1 IS is more than just the SX10 IS with HD and fast continuous shooting though. Canon's also fitted an HDMI port to deliver quality output to an HDTV, supplied an infra red remote control to make those HD slideshows even more convenient, and swapped both the viewfinder and screen for wider 16:9 shaped models to better-suit the HD video mode. There's also a digital teleconverter option which can double the reach of the lens without any loss of quality when filming video. The lens motor is also the improved silent mechanism used on higher end cameras and comes with RAW without need to update firmware (my additional comments...the only downside I see is the lower resolution viewfinder but I rarely use viewfinders any more anyway).
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Not really. Fuji has a whole line of cameras like this that have been around for quite a while. They are all based on the same technology and differ only in the amount of zoom available. All the lenses are good, the software is all the same, and the issues are the same. I am relatively happy with mine but the automatic settings can be disappointing. It is not professional grade, but also not professional price. You get what you pay for.
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I am an amateur photographer myself and I have both the S95 and the G12. I purchased the G12 to replace my G7 that died. I absolutely LOVE the S95 (the S100 is the newer model) and hate the G12. The picture quality on the S95 is far superior. I take alot of action horse riding photos and the S95 does better. The G12 produces blurry, grainy (when zoomed in) photos. I also don't use all the bells and whistles of the G12. I wish I could purchase the G7-it was a fantastic camera-the G12 disappoints. I hope the S100 is as great as the S95 because I want another one! I hope this helps!
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I would recommend reviewing the reviews of both cameras on www.snapsort.com/explore. This site provides a comparison of the two cameras and ranks the Canon as #1 and the SL1000as number 8 in the category of superzooms. Snapsort provides a scoring chart for various features of the cameras, and allows an evaluation of the features that are most important to you for each camera.Liz Hancock
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I do not have the S1800 but have compared it to the Fine Pix 650EXR. The General Imaging to me makes better stills. I have taken video with both but personally do not see a difference. I like the AA batteries in the GE but the arrangement is such that if you change the SD card and are not careful, the batteries will fall out. The thing I like better about the Fine Pix is that you can take pictures or videos without turning the selection knob, you just push a different button. The Fine Pix is also smaller. Were it not for the AA batteries to ensure I could keep it running in Europe, I would not have purchased the GE. I do not have the S1800 but have compared it to the Fine Pix 650EXR. The General Imaging to me makes better stills. I have taken video with both but personally do not see a difference. I like the AA batteries in the GE but the arrangement is such that if you change the SD card and are not careful, the batteries will fall out. The thing I like better about the Fine Pix is that you can take pictures or videos without turning the selection knob, you just push a different button. The Fine Pix is also smaller. Were it not for the AA batteries to ensure I could keep it running in Europe, I would... » Read More I do not have the S1800 but have compared it to the Fine Pix 650EXR. The General Imaging to me makes better stills. I have taken video with both but personally do not see a difference. I like the AA batteries in the GE but the arrangement is such that if you change the SD card and are not careful, the batteries will fall out. The thing I like better about the Fine Pix is that you can take pictures or videos without turning the selection knob, you just push a different button. The Fine Pix is also smaller. Were it not for the AA batteries to ensure I could keep it running in Europe, I would not have purchased the GE. « Show Less
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Hi I have the Canon XSI and its a terrific camera. I am thinking of getting the Powershot S1 IS because of its 20X zoom which is equivalent to 560mm. I like the fact that I don't have to change lenses and that it has image stabilization at the 20X zoom. If you are an ameteur to semi-professional photographer then the S1 IS is the way to go. With the XSI I have to keep chainging lenses and when I use my 300mm lens I no longer have Image Stabilization. It does require carrying extra lenses which can be a pain when traveling. I like the fact that the S1 IS has a better sensor and records HD movies. If I did not have the XSI I would definitely buy the S1 IS. Like I said I am stronlgly considering buying the new S1 IS. Hope this info helps.
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I had a Fuji and the pics were washed out. Returned it and got the Canon SX110IS and if you want it you will have to pry it from my cold dead hands!...
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Fuji has inconsistent quality control, which I found when I purchased the F10. The first camera took VERY blurry photos, the second 1/3 and the third maybe 1/5 (in default settings). Don't doubt yourself and your picture snapping skills. If you've read the manual and you are still having problems I would recommend an exchange.
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I have all kind of cameras (Sony Nex 5 N, Fuji XPro1, Fuji X100, Nikon DSLR, and Three Olympus) , and never attracted to Canon Products!.... but I know about the Canon EOS M, you can compare it to Sony Nex but Not to a highly respected camera like Fuji X Pro1! They do not have any common ground!, Fuji is a professional Camera and you need a rich backgrand of photography to be able to use it. Fuji X Pro1 is a Porsche 911 and Canon EOS M is a VW!!......you have to compare Fuji Xp1 to a Leica Not to a Cheap Canon!
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I have not used the fuji fine pix but I have looked at the stats. The cameras are almost identical to include the same battery and sd card chamber and all the features. I have the wide angle version of the GE which makes it easier to take quick shots without having to back up to get everyone in. Since they are virtually the same camera, I suggest buying whatever one you can get for the best price.
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If price is not the issue, then get the big one. You can do more with it. It's not that difficult to learn and it works with most upper-end Fujifilm cameras. This is subjective, but to me it's worth it.