Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon S9900
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon S9900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1056mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Announced March 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 289g - 112 x 66 x 40mm
- Launched February 2015
- Superseded the Nikon S9700

Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon S9900 Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Fujifilm S8400W versus Nikon S9900, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the S9900 (16MP) is very comparable and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8400W was manufactured 23 months before the S9900 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9900 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm S8400W scores against the S9900 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon S9900 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W & Nikon Coolpix S9900. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery & Nikon S9900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8400W over the Nikon S9900
Fujifilm S8400W | S9900 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon S9900 over the Fujifilm S8400W
S9900 | Fujifilm S8400W | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | ![]() | March 2013 | More recent by 23 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8400W and Nikon S9900
Fujifilm S8400W | S9900 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon S9900 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S8400W features exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Nikon S9900 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm S8400W versus Nikon S9900 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W vs the S9900.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S8400W and S9900 is 61 and 88 respectively.

Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon S9900 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8400W and S9900.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you can expect comparable quality of files however you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older Fujifilm S8400W will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon S9900 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S8400W vs Nikon S9900 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | Nikon Coolpix S9900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | Nikon Coolpix S9900 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-03-22 | 2015-02-10 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1056mm (44.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.7-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 201k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670g (1.48 pounds) | 289g (0.64 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 112 x 66 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 300 photos |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $300 | $300 |