Fujifilm S9400W vs Sony HX300
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Fujifilm S9400W vs Sony HX300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 623g - 130 x 103 x 93mm
- Launched February 2013
- Old Model is Sony HX200V
- Replacement is Sony HX400V
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Following is a in-depth comparison of the Fujifilm S9400W and Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S9400W (16MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Fujifilm S9400W was unveiled 11 months after the HX300 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm S9400W matches up against the HX300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm S9400W vs Sony HX300 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S9400W & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9400W Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9400W over the Sony HX300
| Fujifilm S9400W | HX300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2014 |  | February 2013 | More modern by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Sony HX300 over the Fujifilm S9400W
| HX300 | Fujifilm S9400W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9400W and Sony HX300
| Fujifilm S9400W | HX300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Missing Touch display |
Fujifilm S9400W vs Sony HX300 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S9400W has got outer measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") and a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Sony HX300 has dimensions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm S9400W and Sony HX300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S9400W compared to the HX300.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9400W and HX300 is 61 and 63 respectively.
Fujifilm S9400W vs Sony HX300 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The picture here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9400W and HX300.
As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony HX300 to show extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm S9400W is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm S9400W vs Sony HX300 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix S9400W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix S9400W | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2013-02-20 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-6.3 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 460k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 201k dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1700s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro | - |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264 | - |
| Mic 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 670 gr (1.48 lbs) | 623 gr (1.37 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 130 x 103 x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") |
| 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 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $330 | $339 |
