Fujifilm S9400W vs Panasonic SZ1

Lets take a closer look at the Fujifilm S9400W and Panasonic SZ1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S9400W (16MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9400W was introduced 2 years later than the SZ1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S9400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm S9400W matches up against the SZ1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S9400W and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm S9400W Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9400W has outside dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S9400W and Panasonic SZ1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S9400W against the SZ1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9400W and SZ1 is 61 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S9400W and SZ1.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you should take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger Fujifilm S9400W provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.