Fujifilm S9400W vs Panasonic FZ35
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Fujifilm S9400W vs Panasonic FZ35 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 397g - 118 x 76 x 89mm
- Announced July 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FZ38

Fujifilm S9400W vs Panasonic FZ35 Overview
The following is a thorough overview of the Fujifilm S9400W vs Panasonic FZ35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S9400W (16MP) and FZ35 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S9400W was brought out 3 years after the FZ35 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Fujifilm S9400W scores against the FZ35 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm S9400W vs Panasonic FZ35 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S9400W and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm S9400W Gallery and Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9400W over the Panasonic FZ35
Fujifilm S9400W | FZ35 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | July 2010 | Newer by 43 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ35 over the Fujifilm S9400W
FZ35 | Fujifilm S9400W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9400W and Panasonic FZ35
Fujifilm S9400W | FZ35 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Fujifilm S9400W vs Panasonic FZ35 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S9400W offers outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ35 has sizing of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm S9400W vs Panasonic FZ35 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S9400W versus the FZ35.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9400W and FZ35 is 61 and 72 respectively.

Fujifilm S9400W vs Panasonic FZ35 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm S9400W and FZ35.
To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S9400W to produce extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S9400W is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm S9400W vs Panasonic FZ35 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S9400W vs Panasonic FZ35 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S9400W | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S9400W | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-FZ38 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-01-06 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine V |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 201k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 8.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i), 1280 x 960 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
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 grams (1.48 lb) | 397 grams (0.88 lb) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 118 x 76 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
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 photos | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $330 | $999 |