FujiFilm S4000 vs Sony a1
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FujiFilm S4000 vs Sony a1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Announced January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix S4050
(Full Review)
- 50MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Expand to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Sony E Mount
- 737g - 129 x 97 x 70mm
- Launched January 2021

FujiFilm S4000 vs Sony a1 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the FujiFilm S4000 vs Sony a1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the S4000 (14MP) and a1 (50MP) and the S4000 (1/2.3") and a1 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

The S4000 was released 11 years before the a1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the FujiFilm S4000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the S4000 grades vs the a1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Sony a1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S4000 & Sony Alpha a1. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S4000 Gallery & Sony a1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S4000 over the Sony a1
S4000 | a1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony a1 over the FujiFilm S4000
a1 | S4000 | |||
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Launched | January 2021 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 122 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+980k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm S4000 and Sony a1
S4000 | a1 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
FujiFilm S4000 vs Sony a1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S4000 provides exterior dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Sony a1 has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm S4000 vs Sony a1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S4000 versus the a1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S4000 and a1 is 67 and 61 respectively.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Sony a1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S4000 and a1.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S4000 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony a1 will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 36MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older S4000 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Sony a1 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S4000 vs Sony a1 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | Sony Alpha a1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | Sony Alpha a1 |
Also Known as | FinePix S4050 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2021-01-26 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 50 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 | 8640 x 5760 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 32000 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 759 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 133 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 1,440k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 9,437k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.9x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 30.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/400s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 7680x4320 (30p, 25p, 23.98) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 7680x4320 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | XAVC S, XAVC HS, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 540 gr (1.19 lb) | 737 gr (1.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 129 x 97 x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
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 images | 530 images |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | 1 | Two |
Retail pricing | $279 | $6,498 |