FujiFilm S4000 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR
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FujiFilm S4000 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Released January 2011
- Additionally Known as FinePix S4050
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 687g - 131 x 97 x 126mm
- Announced January 2012
- Replaced the FujiFilm HS20 EXR
- New Model is Fujifilm HS35EXR

FujiFilm S4000 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the FujiFilm S4000 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are created by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the S4000 (14MP) and the Fujifilm HS30EXR (16MP) is very well matched but the S4000 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm HS30EXR (1/2") feature totally different sensor measurements.

The S4000 was brought out 12 months prior to the Fujifilm HS30EXR so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S4000 scores versus the Fujifilm HS30EXR with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S4000 and Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm S4000 Gallery and Fujifilm HS30EXR Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S4000 over the Fujifilm HS30EXR
S4000 | Fujifilm HS30EXR |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm HS30EXR over the FujiFilm S4000
Fujifilm HS30EXR | S4000 | |||
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Announced | January 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 12 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the FujiFilm S4000 and Fujifilm HS30EXR
S4000 | Fujifilm HS30EXR | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm S4000 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S4000 features physical measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm HS30EXR has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") with a weight of 687 grams (1.51 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm S4000 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the S4000 against the Fujifilm HS30EXR.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S4000 and Fujifilm HS30EXR is 67 and 59 respectively.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S4000 and Fujifilm HS30EXR.
As you can see, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S4000 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Fujifilm HS30EXR will give you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The older S4000 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S4000 vs Fujifilm HS30EXR Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | Fujifilm FinePix HS30EXR |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S4050 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2012-01-05 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | EXR |
Sensor type | CCD | EXRCMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.4 x 4.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 30.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.6 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor with Sunny Day mode |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 7.10 m (Wide: 30cm - 7.1m / Tele: 2.0m - 3.8m ) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540g (1.19 lbs) | 687g (1.51 lbs) |
Dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 131 x 97 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 5.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 300 photos | - |
Battery style | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-W126 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $279 | $430 |