Fujifilm S4500 vs Fujifilm S9400W

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm S4500 and Fujifilm S9400W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are built by FujiFilm. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S4500 (14MP) and the Fujifilm S9400W (16MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4500 was revealed 24 months earlier than the Fujifilm S9400W which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the Fujifilm S4500 grades versus the Fujifilm S9400W for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S4500 and Fujifilm FinePix S9400W. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S4500 Gallery and Fujifilm S9400W Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm S4500 provides outer dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 543 grams (1.20 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S9400W has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S4500 and Fujifilm S9400W in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S4500 against the Fujifilm S9400W.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S4500 and Fujifilm S9400W is 67 and 61 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over specs. The pic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S4500 and Fujifilm S9400W.

All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm S9400W to deliver greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S4500 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.