Fujifilm S9400W vs Sigma DP2x

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Fujifilm S9400W vs Sigma DP2x, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Sigma. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S9400W (16MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the Fujifilm S9400W (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm S9400W was announced 2 years after the DP2x which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm S9400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm S9400W grades versus the DP2x with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix S9400W & Sigma DP2x. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9400W Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S9400W features outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2x has sizing of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm S9400W vs Sigma DP2x in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S9400W and the DP2x.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S9400W and DP2x is 61 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9400W and DP2x.

As you can see, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm S9400W with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Fujifilm S9400W will produce greater detail with its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S9400W provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.