Fujifilm S9400W vs Nikon P510

Below, we are reviewing the Fujifilm S9400W and Nikon P510, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S9400W (16MP) and the P510 (16MP) is fairly close and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9400W was introduced 19 months later than the P510 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm S9400W scores against the P510 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S9400W and Nikon Coolpix P510. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9400W Gallery and Nikon P510 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S9400W enjoys exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Nikon P510 has dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 102mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 4.0") with a weight of 555 grams (1.22 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S9400W and Nikon P510 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm S9400W versus the P510.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9400W and P510 is 61 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S9400W and P510.

As you can see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images but you should really take the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent Fujifilm S9400W will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.