FujiFilm S4000 vs Sony H300

Here, we will be matching up the FujiFilm S4000 vs Sony H300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the S4000 (14MP) and H300 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S4000 was launched 4 years prior to the H300 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the S4000 scores vs the H300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S4000 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H300. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S4000 Gallery and Sony H300 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm S4000 features physical dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) and the Sony H300 has specifications of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") with a weight of 590 grams (1.30 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm S4000 vs Sony H300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S4000 vs the H300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S4000 and H300 is 67 and 63 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The visual here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S4000 and H300.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony H300 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older S4000 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.