FujiFilm S4000 vs Fujifilm X-S1

Here, we will be reviewing the FujiFilm S4000 vs Fujifilm X-S1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are built by FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the S4000 (14MP) and the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the S4000 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") have different sensor size.

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The S4000 was manufactured 10 months before the Fujifilm X-S1 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S4000 matches up vs the Fujifilm X-S1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix S4000 & Fujifilm X-S1. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S4000 Gallery & Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm S4000 provides external dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-S1 has measurements of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).

Contrast the FujiFilm S4000 vs Fujifilm X-S1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S4000 compared to the Fujifilm X-S1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S4000 and Fujifilm X-S1 is 67 and 52 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S4000 and Fujifilm X-S1.

Clearly, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S4000 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the FujiFilm S4000 will give greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The older S4000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.