Fujifilm S9400W vs Nikon S9700
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Fujifilm S9400W vs Nikon S9700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Introduced January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.7-6.4) lens
- 232g - 110 x 64 x 35mm
- Launched February 2014
- Previous Model is Nikon S9500
- Newer Model is Nikon S9900

Fujifilm S9400W vs Nikon S9700 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm S9400W versus Nikon S9700, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Nikon. The resolution of the Fujifilm S9400W (16MP) and the S9700 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S9400W was manufactured about the same time to the S9700 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S9400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon S9700 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm S9400W grades against the S9700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm S9400W vs Nikon S9700 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S9400W and Nikon Coolpix S9700. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9400W Gallery and Nikon S9700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9400W over the Nikon S9700
Fujifilm S9400W | S9700 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S9700 over the Fujifilm S9400W
S9700 | Fujifilm S9400W | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9400W and Nikon S9700
Fujifilm S9400W | S9700 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2014 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Fujifilm S9400W vs Nikon S9700 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9400W offers physical dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Nikon S9700 has specifications of 110mm x 64mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm S9400W versus Nikon S9700 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S9400W and the S9700.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S9400W and S9700 is 61 and 90 respectively.

Fujifilm S9400W vs Nikon S9700 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specifications. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S9400W and S9700.
To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files however you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration.

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Fujifilm S9400W vs Nikon S9700 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S9400W | Nikon Coolpix S9700 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S9400W | Nikon Coolpix S9700 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-01-06 | 2014-02-07 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.7-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD with anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 201 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 6.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro | TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes |
External flash | ||
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 (60i), 1280 x 960 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30/25p, 60/50i) 1280 x 720 (60/50/30/25/15/12.5p) 960 x 540 (30/25p) 640 x 480 (120/30/25p) 320 x 240 (240p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670g (1.48 pounds) | 232g (0.51 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 110 x 64 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
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 | 500 pictures | 300 pictures |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $330 | $350 |