Fujifilm S9800 vs Sony H400

Below, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm S9800 versus Sony H400, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and the H400 (20MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9800 was released 12 months after the H400 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the Fujifilm S9800 scores versus the H400 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm S9800 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9800 provides outer dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) and the Sony H400 has specifications of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") and a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm S9800 versus Sony H400 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 against the H400.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S9800 and H400 is 61 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specs. The pic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S9800 and H400.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Sony H400 to provide more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S9800 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.