Canon 1D X vs Fujifilm S9400W
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Canon 1D X vs Fujifilm S9400W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1340g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
- Announced October 2011
- Superseded the Canon 1Ds MIII
- Updated by Canon 1D X II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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 2014

Canon 1D X vs Fujifilm S9400W Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Canon 1D X vs Fujifilm S9400W, one being a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the 1D X (18MP) and the Fujifilm S9400W (16MP) is relatively similar but the 1D X (Full frame) and Fujifilm S9400W (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

The 1D X was revealed 3 years before the Fujifilm S9400W and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon 1D X being a Large SLR camera and the Fujifilm S9400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the 1D X scores against the Fujifilm S9400W in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon 1D X vs Fujifilm S9400W Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D X and Fujifilm FinePix S9400W. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 1D X Gallery and Fujifilm S9400W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D X over the Fujifilm S9400W
1D X | Fujifilm S9400W | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9400W over the Canon 1D X
Fujifilm S9400W | 1D X | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | October 2011 | More recent by 27 months |
Common features in the Canon 1D X and Fujifilm S9400W
1D X | Fujifilm S9400W | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Canon 1D X vs Fujifilm S9400W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D X features external measurements of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") along with a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) and the Fujifilm S9400W has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).
Check out the Canon 1D X vs Fujifilm S9400W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the 1D X and the Fujifilm S9400W.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D X and Fujifilm S9400W is 50 and 61 respectively.

Canon 1D X vs Fujifilm S9400W Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D X and Fujifilm S9400W.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1D X having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon 1D X will deliver greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older 1D X is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon 1D X vs Fujifilm S9400W Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 1D X vs Fujifilm S9400W Specifications
Canon EOS-1D X | Fujifilm FinePix S9400W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon EOS-1D X | Fujifilm FinePix S9400W |
Category | Pro DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-10-18 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Large SLR | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Dual Digic 5+ | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 61 | - |
Cross focus points | 41 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Amount of lenses | 250 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 97% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1700s |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 7.00 m |
Flash modes | E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps, 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i), 1280 x 960 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1340g (2.95 lb) | 670g (1.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 158 x 164 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 82 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2786 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1120 pictures | 500 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | LP-E4N | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Launch pricing | $5,299 | $330 |