Fujifilm S9400W vs Panasonic ZS5

The following is a in depth comparison of the Fujifilm S9400W and Panasonic ZS5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S9400W (16MP) and ZS5 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9400W was introduced 3 years after the ZS5 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm S9400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm S9400W grades vs the ZS5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S9400W and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm S9400W Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9400W provides exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") having a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS5 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm S9400W against the ZS5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9400W and ZS5 is 61 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The pic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S9400W and ZS5.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S9400W to deliver greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S9400W will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.