Fujifilm S4200 vs Sony RX10 IV

Below, we are analyzing the Fujifilm S4200 vs Sony RX10 IV, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm S4200 (14MP) and RX10 IV (20MP) and the Fujifilm S4200 (1/2.3") and RX10 IV (1") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm S4200 was revealed 6 years earlier than the RX10 IV and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm S4200 grades against the RX10 IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S4200 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S4200 Gallery and Sony RX10 IV Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S4200 comes with outer dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 IV has dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") with a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm S4200 against the RX10 IV.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S4200 and RX10 IV is 67 and 52 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S4200 and RX10 IV.

As you can see, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm S4200 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony RX10 IV will provide you with more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm S4200 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.