Fujifilm T400 vs Samsung HZ15W

Following is a extended analysis of the Fujifilm T400 and Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm T400 (16MP) and HZ15W (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T400 was launched 2 years after the HZ15W which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm T400 scores vs the HZ15W for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix T400 & Samsung HZ15W. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm T400 Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm T400 provides external dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung HZ15W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm T400 and Samsung HZ15W in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm T400 compared to the HZ15W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm T400 and HZ15W is 93 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm T400 and HZ15W.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Fujifilm T400 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm T400 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.