FujiFilm S4000 vs Nikon S6500
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FujiFilm S4000 vs Nikon S6500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand 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
- Also Known as FinePix S4050
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 95 x 58 x 26mm
- Released January 2013

FujiFilm S4000 vs Nikon S6500 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the FujiFilm S4000 and Nikon S6500, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The image resolution of the S4000 (14MP) and the S6500 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S4000 was brought out 24 months prior to the S6500 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S4000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S6500 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S4000 scores versus the S6500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Nikon S6500 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S4000 and Nikon Coolpix S6500. The entire galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S4000 Gallery and Nikon S6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S4000 over the Nikon S6500
S4000 | S6500 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S6500 over the FujiFilm S4000
S6500 | S4000 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 24 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing |
Common features in the FujiFilm S4000 and Nikon S6500
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
FujiFilm S4000 vs Nikon S6500 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S4000 offers exterior measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Nikon S6500 has sizing of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm S4000 and Nikon S6500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S4000 compared to the S6500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4000 and S6500 is 67 and 92 respectively.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Nikon S6500 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S4000 and S6500.
To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Nikon S6500 to produce more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged S4000 will be behind in sensor tech.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Nikon S6500 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S4000 vs Nikon S6500 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | Nikon Coolpix S6500 |
Alternative name | FinePix S4050 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | AMOLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540 gr (1.19 pounds) | 250 gr (0.55 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 95 x 58 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $279 | $170 |