FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm S8400W
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm S8400W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Released January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix AX355
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1056mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Revealed March 2013

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm S8400W Overview
Following is a in depth assessment of the FujiFilm AX350 and Fujifilm S8400W, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by FujiFilm. The resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The AX350 was released 3 years earlier than the Fujifilm S8400W which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm AX350 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the AX350 matches up against the Fujifilm S8400W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm S8400W Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 and Fujifilm FinePix S8400W. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery and Fujifilm S8400W Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Fujifilm S8400W
AX350 | Fujifilm S8400W |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8400W over the FujiFilm AX350
Fujifilm S8400W | AX350 | |||
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Revealed | March 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 26 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Fujifilm S8400W
AX350 | Fujifilm S8400W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm S8400W Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm AX350 comes with outside dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Fujifilm S8400W has sizing 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 FujiFilm AX350 and Fujifilm S8400W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the AX350 compared to the Fujifilm S8400W.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AX350 and Fujifilm S8400W is 94 and 61 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm S8400W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The picture below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the AX350 and Fujifilm S8400W.
To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you really should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged AX350 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm S8400W Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AX350 vs Fujifilm S8400W Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Fujifilm FinePix S8400W |
Also called as | FinePix AX355 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2013-03-22 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Full resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 33-165mm (5.0x) | 24-1056mm (44.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97% |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1700 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 7.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 lbs) | 670g (1.48 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 photographs | 300 photographs |
Form of battery | AA | AA |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $0 | $300 |