Fujifilm S8400W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Fujifilm S8400W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 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
- Launched March 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Announced February 2013
- Additionally referred to as Wi-Fi

Fujifilm S8400W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Overview
Following is a detailed review of the Fujifilm S8400W and Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8400W was brought out 2 months after the Galaxy Camera so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm S8400W grades against the Galaxy Camera when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm S8400W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8400W over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
Fujifilm S8400W | Galaxy Camera |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Fujifilm S8400W
Galaxy Camera | Fujifilm S8400W | |||
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Screen dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+462k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8400W and Samsung Galaxy Camera
Fujifilm S8400W | Galaxy Camera | |||
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Announced | March 2013 | ![]() | February 2013 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Fujifilm S8400W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S8400W enjoys physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
See the Fujifilm S8400W and Samsung Galaxy Camera in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W and the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S8400W and Galaxy Camera is 61 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm S8400W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The pic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8400W and Galaxy Camera.
As you have seen, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you should always consider the release date of the cameras into account.

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Fujifilm S8400W vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8400W | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
Otherwise known as | - | Wi-Fi |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-03-22 | 2013-02-19 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1056mm (44.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 201 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670 grams (1.48 pounds) | 300 grams (0.66 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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 photographs | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $300 | $450 |