FujiFilm S4000 vs Sony HX99

The following is a thorough analysis of the FujiFilm S4000 versus Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S4000 (14MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the S4000 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The S4000 was released 8 years before the HX99 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S4000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX99 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S4000 matches up versus the HX99 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S4000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The complete galleries are available at FujiFilm S4000 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm S4000 provides exterior measurements of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Sony HX99 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm S4000 versus Sony HX99 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S4000 and the HX99.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S4000 and HX99 is 67 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The image here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S4000 and HX99.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S4000 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony HX99 will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S4000 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.