FujiFilm S4000 vs Samsung TL225
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37 Features
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94 Imaging
34 Features
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FujiFilm S4000 vs Samsung TL225 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Launched January 2011
- Also referred to as FinePix S4050
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 187g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Launched August 2009
- Also referred to as ST550

FujiFilm S4000 vs Samsung TL225 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the FujiFilm S4000 and Samsung TL225, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the S4000 (14MP) and the TL225 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S4000 was launched 17 months after the TL225 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S4000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the S4000 matches up vs the TL225 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Samsung TL225 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S4000 & Samsung TL225. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm S4000 Gallery & Samsung TL225 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S4000 over the Samsung TL225
S4000 | TL225 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the FujiFilm S4000
TL225 | S4000 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm S4000 and Samsung TL225
S4000 | TL225 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
FujiFilm S4000 vs Samsung TL225 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The FujiFilm S4000 has outside measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL225 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check out the FujiFilm S4000 and Samsung TL225 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S4000 against the TL225.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S4000 and TL225 is 67 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Samsung TL225 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S4000 and TL225.
As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the FujiFilm S4000 to show more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger S4000 provides an edge in sensor innovation.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Samsung TL225 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S4000 vs Samsung TL225 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | Samsung TL225 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | Samsung TL225 |
Also called as | FinePix S4050 | ST550 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2009-08-13 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 1,152 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 540 gr (1.19 pounds) | 187 gr (0.41 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $279 | $488 |