Fujifilm F900EXR vs Fujifilm S9800
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Fujifilm F900EXR vs Fujifilm S9800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 232g - 105 x 61 x 36mm
- Released January 2013
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm F800EXR
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Launched January 2015

Fujifilm F900EXR vs Fujifilm S9800 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Fujifilm F900EXR vs Fujifilm S9800, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both created by FujiFilm. The resolution of the Fujifilm F900EXR (16MP) and the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) is very close but the Fujifilm F900EXR (1/2") and Fujifilm S9800 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm F900EXR was manufactured 23 months prior to the Fujifilm S9800 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm F900EXR being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S9800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm F900EXR grades against the Fujifilm S9800 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm F900EXR vs Fujifilm S9800 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix F900EXR & Fujifilm S9800. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm F900EXR Gallery & Fujifilm S9800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm F900EXR over the Fujifilm S9800
Fujifilm F900EXR | Fujifilm S9800 | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9800 over the Fujifilm F900EXR
Fujifilm S9800 | Fujifilm F900EXR | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 23 months |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm F900EXR and Fujifilm S9800
Fujifilm F900EXR | Fujifilm S9800 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm F900EXR vs Fujifilm S9800 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm F900EXR enjoys exterior measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 36mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S9800 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm F900EXR vs Fujifilm S9800 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm F900EXR versus the Fujifilm S9800.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F900EXR and Fujifilm S9800 is 90 and 61 respectively.

Fujifilm F900EXR vs Fujifilm S9800 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The image here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm F900EXR and Fujifilm S9800.
As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm F900EXR uses the larger sensor which will make achieving bokeh less difficult. The more aged Fujifilm F900EXR will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm F900EXR vs Fujifilm S9800 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm F900EXR vs Fujifilm S9800 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix F900EXR | Fujifilm S9800 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix F900EXR | Fujifilm S9800 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-30 | 2015-01-14 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR II | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.3 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 7cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 920k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1700s |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.70 m (Wide: 15 cm–3.7 m / Tele: 90 cm–2.4m) | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 232g (0.51 lb) | 670g (1.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 61 x 36mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 260 pictures | 300 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-50A | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $380 | $299 |