Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SP-600 UZ
61 Imaging
40 Features
44 Overall
41


69 Imaging
35 Features
27 Overall
31
Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Released January 2014
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-420mm (F3.5-5.4) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Superseded the Olympus SP-590 UZ
- Successor is Olympus SP-610UZ

Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Overview
Here is a detailed review of the Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SP-600 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S9400W (16MP) and SP-600 UZ (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S9400W was revealed 3 years later than the SP-600 UZ and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S9400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SP-600 UZ being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm S9400W grades against the SP-600 UZ when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S9400W and Olympus SP-600 UZ. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9400W Gallery and Olympus SP-600 UZ Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9400W over the Olympus SP-600 UZ
Fujifilm S9400W | SP-600 UZ | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 48 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-600 UZ over the Fujifilm S9400W
SP-600 UZ | Fujifilm S9400W | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9400W and Olympus SP-600 UZ
Fujifilm S9400W | SP-600 UZ | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9400W has outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Olympus SP-600 UZ has specifications of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SP-600 UZ in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S9400W versus the SP-600 UZ.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S9400W and SP-600 UZ is 61 and 69 respectively.

Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9400W and SP-600 UZ.
As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm S9400W to show greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S9400W provides an advantage in sensor tech.

Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SP-600 UZ Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S9400W | Olympus SP-600 UZ | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S9400W | Olympus SP-600 UZ |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-01-06 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 143 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 28-420mm (15.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.5-5.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 201 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 1/2s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670 gr (1.48 pounds) | 455 gr (1.00 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $330 | $189 |