Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SZ-15
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Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SZ-15 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
- Released January 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Launched June 2013

Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SZ-15 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SZ-15, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S9400W (16MP) and the SZ-15 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S9400W was revealed 7 months after the SZ-15 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm S9400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm S9400W scores vs the SZ-15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SZ-15 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S9400W and Olympus SZ-15. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm S9400W Gallery and Olympus SZ-15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9400W over the Olympus SZ-15
Fujifilm S9400W | SZ-15 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | June 2013 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-15 over the Fujifilm S9400W
SZ-15 | Fujifilm S9400W | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9400W and Olympus SZ-15
Fujifilm S9400W | SZ-15 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SZ-15 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S9400W features 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) whilst the Olympus SZ-15 has sizing of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SZ-15 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm S9400W versus the SZ-15.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9400W and SZ-15 is 61 and 88 respectively.

Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SZ-15 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The image here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9400W and SZ-15.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images although you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The newer Fujifilm S9400W should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SZ-15 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S9400W vs Olympus SZ-15 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S9400W | Olympus SZ-15 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S9400W | Olympus SZ-15 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-01-06 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 201k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1700 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i), 1280 x 960 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | AVI MPEG4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670 gr (1.48 lb) | 250 gr (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 pictures | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $330 | $200 |