Canon S95 vs Fujifilm T400

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon S95 versus Fujifilm T400, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the S95 (10MP) and Fujifilm T400 (16MP) and the S95 (1/1.7") and Fujifilm T400 (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The S95 was introduced 13 months prior to the Fujifilm T400 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S95 scores against the Fujifilm T400 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S95 and Fujifilm FinePix T400. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon S95 Gallery and Fujifilm T400 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon S95 has got exterior dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm T400 has proportions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Canon S95 versus Fujifilm T400 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the S95 and the Fujifilm T400.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S95 and Fujifilm T400 is 93 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The graphic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S95 and Fujifilm T400.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S95 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm T400 will deliver greater detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older S95 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.