Fujifilm S9400W vs Samsung HZ50W
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Fujifilm S9400W vs Samsung HZ50W 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
- Launched January 2014
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Revealed May 2010
- Additionally Known as WB5500

Fujifilm S9400W vs Samsung HZ50W Overview
Below is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm S9400W versus Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S9400W (16MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is very close and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S9400W was revealed 3 years later than the HZ50W and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm S9400W matches up versus the HZ50W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm S9400W vs Samsung HZ50W Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S9400W and Samsung HZ50W. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm S9400W Gallery and Samsung HZ50W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9400W over the Samsung HZ50W
Fujifilm S9400W | HZ50W | |||
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Revealed | January 2014 | ![]() | May 2010 | More recent by 45 months |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Fujifilm S9400W
HZ50W | Fujifilm S9400W | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9400W and Samsung HZ50W
Fujifilm S9400W | HZ50W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Fujifilm S9400W vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S9400W features outside dimensions 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 Samsung HZ50W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm S9400W versus Samsung HZ50W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm S9400W and the HZ50W.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9400W and HZ50W is 61 and 70 respectively.

Fujifilm S9400W vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The visual below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S9400W and HZ50W.
Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm S9400W to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S9400W will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm S9400W vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S9400W | Samsung HZ50W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Samsung |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S9400W | Samsung HZ50W |
Also Known as | - | WB5500 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2010-05-03 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 201 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i), 1280 x 960 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670 grams (1.48 lbs) | 426 grams (0.94 lbs) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $330 | $250 |