Fujifilm S8400W vs Samsung ST90

Its time to examine more closely at the Fujifilm S8400W versus Samsung ST90, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S8400W (16MP) and the ST90 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S8400W was unveiled 2 years later than the ST90 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S8400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm S8400W scores against the ST90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S8400W & Samsung ST90. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S8400W Gallery & Samsung ST90 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8400W features physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Samsung ST90 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S8400W against the ST90.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8400W and ST90 is 61 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The visual underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S8400W and ST90.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Fujifilm S8400W to resolve greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm S8400W provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.