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Fujifilm S8400W vs Pentax X70

Portability
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Imaging
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Features
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Overall
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Fujifilm FinePix S8400W front
 
Pentax X70 front
Portability
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Imaging
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Features
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Overall
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Pentax X70 Key Specs

Fujifilm S8400W
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 12800
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-1056mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
  • 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
  • Introduced March 2013
Pentax X70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 50 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
  • Released March 2009
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Pentax X70 Overview

In this write-up, we are matching up the Fujifilm S8400W vs Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and X70 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8400W was launched 4 years after the X70 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the Fujifilm S8400W matches up against the X70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8400W over the Pentax X70

 Fujifilm S8400W X70 
ReleasedMarch 2013March 2009Newer by 50 months
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution460k230kSharper display (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Fujifilm S8400W

 X70 Fujifilm S8400W 

Common features in the Fujifilm S8400W and Pentax X70

 Fujifilm S8400W X70 
Manual focus Very exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Fujifilm S8400W vs Pentax X70 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8400W offers physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Pentax X70 has measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W and the X70.

Fujifilm S8400W vs Pentax X70 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8400W and X70 is 61 and 71 respectively.

Fujifilm S8400W vs Pentax X70 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm S8400W vs Pentax X70 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S8400W and X70.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm S8400W to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S8400W provides an edge in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm S8400W vs Pentax X70 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm S8400W vs Pentax X70 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm S8400W vs Pentax X70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm S8400W Portrait photography info
Pentax X70 Portrait photography info
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manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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has manual focus
can't use external flash
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm S8400W Street photography information
Pentax X70 Street photography information
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
heavier than competition in class (670g)
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has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm S8400W as a Sports photography camera
Pentax X70 as a Sports photography camera
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great zoom range (24-1056mm 44.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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excellent zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
provides tracking focus
has phase detect AF
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm S8400W Travel photography factors
Pentax X70 Travel photography factors
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sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
very long zoom (1056mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition in class (670 grams)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f2.9)
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has built in flash
quite wide (26mm)
great reach (624mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm S8400W Landscape photography information
Pentax X70 Landscape photography information
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manual focus
reasonably wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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has manual focus
quite wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
low resolution (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
no RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm S8400W Vlogging highlights
Pentax X70 Vlogging highlights
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reasonably wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
slow max aperture (f2.9)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
doesn't have mic socket
heavier than competition in class (670g)
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quite wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic socket
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Pentax X70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm S8400W and Pentax X70
 Fujifilm FinePix S8400WPentax X70
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Pentax
Model type Fujifilm FinePix S8400W Pentax X70
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2013-03-22 2009-03-02
Physical type SLR-like (bridge) SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio - 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4608 x 3456 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 12800 6400
Minimum native ISO 64 50
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-1056mm (44.0x) 26-624mm (24.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.9-6.5 f/2.8-5.0
Macro focusing distance 1cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 201k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 97 percent -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 4s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1700s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting rate 10.0 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 7.00 m 9.10 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 320 x 120 (480 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
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
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 670 grams (1.48 pounds) 410 grams (0.90 pounds)
Dimensions 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5")
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 300 photos -
Style of battery AA -
Battery ID 4 x AA D-LI92
Self timer - Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
Retail cost $300 $200