Fujifilm S1500 vs Sony HX400V

Here, we are comparing the Fujifilm S1500 versus Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S1500 (10MP) and HX400V (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S1500 was revealed 6 years prior to the HX400V which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm S1500 grades against the HX400V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S1500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S1500 Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S1500 features external measurements of 103mm x 73mm x 68mm (4.1" x 2.9" x 2.7") along with a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs) whilst the Sony HX400V has proportions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm S1500 versus Sony HX400V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S1500 compared to the HX400V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S1500 and HX400V is 82 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S1500 and HX400V.

As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX400V to render more detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S1500 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.