Are you looking for the best camera to suit your needs? Due to a wide range of options, making a wise and weighted decision can be rather challenging. Which specs to keep in mind? What are the key pros and cons of each model? This comparison should give some helpful hints!
The goal of this overview is to provide a detailed comparison of two popular camera models from Small Sensor Superzoom category, introduced by Fujifilm. We are going to take a closer look at the technical and physical characteristics, features, and performance. The models we are going to assess and compare in this review are FinePix HS35EXR and S9900w. The models we are going to compare in our review have different sensors. Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR features a EXRCMOS sensor that has a resolution of 16.0 MP. Fujifilm S9900w, on the contrary, has a different CMOS sensor with 16.0 MP resolution.
Now, before we can move on to our comparison, let's take a moment to look at the key characteristics of Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR and Fujifilm S9900w.
Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR Key Features:
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Since Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR has been around for some time, it was substituted by Fujifilm HS50 EXR.
Being a newer model, Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR substituted Fujifilm HS30EXR.
Sensor Area | 30.72 mm2 vs 28.07 mm2 | 8.6% larger pixel area |
Raw Support | Yes vs No | Better image quality |
Continuous Shooting | 11 fps vs 10 fps | 1 fps faster |
Flash Range | 7.1 vs 7 | 0.1 better flash range |
External Flash | Yes vs No | Connect off-camera flash |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/4000 vs 1/1700 | Faster shutter speed |
Battery Life | 600 shots vs 300 shots | 300 more frames with a single charge |
Wireless Connectivity | Built-In vs No | Better connectivity |
Timelapse Recording | Yes vs No | Creative shooting |
Weight | 670 g vs 687 g | 17 g lighter |
Screen Size | 3″ | 3″ | Large display |
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic | Better framing and control |
AutoFocus Face Detection | Yes | Yes | Very handy for portraits |
Bracketing | Yes | Yes | Useful for tough lighting conditions and HDR |
Continuous Shooting | 11.0 fps | 10.0 fps | Nice continuous shooting |
Built-In Flash | Yes | Yes | External flash available |
Image Stabilization | Yes | Yes | Built-in stabilization |
Touch Screen | No | No | No touch screen |
Screen Resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots | Small screen resolution |
Sensor Resolution | 16.0 MP | 16.0 MP | Small sensor resolution |
Microphone Port | No | No | No microphone port |
Headphone Port | No | No | No headphone port |
Environmental Sealing | No | No | No environmental sealing |
Before heading straight to the technical characteristics of each model, let’s start with comparing their physical specs. Let’s start with looking at the physical difference of the two products. Below are images that clearly show the sizes of Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR and Fujifilm S9900w from the front view.
Now, let’s go on and see how the reviewed models are different or similar by the top view.
After looking at these images, you should get a clear idea of each model’s dimensions and how they are different from each other. However, we are not going to stop there. The next characteristic worth looking at is the weight. Of course, not every photographer is concerned about the weight, for example, it wouldn't be a decisive point for those who shoot in a studio. However, it is still an important factor because if you happen to go on a long photo session or just love having the camera with you wherever you go, you want to be sure that the chosen model isn't too heavy.
Speaking of weight, Fujifilm S9900w is a lighter option of these two, as it weights 17g less than the Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR. This difference, in fact, can become a significant disadvantage for the photographers, who prefer to have their cameras with them wherever they go.
Sensor is, without a doubt, the most significant element of every digital camera. Its type, size, and resolution are the factors that define the quality of future shots. Thus, it is barely possible to pick a suitable camera without looking at these specs.
Are Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR and Fujifilm S9900w any different in terms of sensor type?
Take a look below to find the comparison of Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR and Fujifilm S9900w by the size of their sensors.
One more distinctive feature of compared models is the sensor size. Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR has a sensor area 0.9x bigger compared to Fujifilm S9900w. What does it mean? This basically means that if you these cameras them with the same aperture and focal length, the first model will give you more control in terms of the blurry background and depth of field.
If you are interested in photography or has made a career in this field, you should know that different types of shooting actually require different camera characteristics. While one model can produce outstanding portraits, at the same time, it can be terrible for shooting landscapes, and so on. Thus, before you purchase a specific camera, it is vital to decide, which type of shooting you do most often and consider an option that suits it the most.
This section of our comparison is devoted to the performance of Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR and Fujifilm S9900w in different fields of photography. Here we are going to look at the five main areas and evaluate how well each of the reviewed models performs in them. This will help you choose an option that suits your needs the most depending on your interest in one or several of these fields.
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Hopefully, our detailed overview of these models has helped you consider all the main specs, pros and cons of each cameras. Maybe, after reading this comparison, some of you have already decided which option to opt for depending on your needs and preferences. However, if you are still wondering which option is a better choice, Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR or Fujifilm S9900w, below you can see what scores each of them received in five different aspects. To wrap up, we have used our unique Decision Algorithm that assesses different camera models upon 63 different factors including their price, and, if possible, DxO Mark scores. This algorithm allows us to make our verdict more consistent and objective.
What is our final verdict? Based on our comparison and the final scores of Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR and Fujifilm S9900w here is what we can say in conclusion:
According all the factors that we considered in the process of comparing these two cameras, Fujifilm S9900w deserves a higher Total Score than the Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR. Thus, if you are choosing between these options, we would recommend you to choose the first model over the other one.
For better understanding of each model’s technical characteristics, find the detailed comparison below:
Fujifilm FinePix HS35EXR | Fujifilm S9900w | |
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General | ||
Brand | Fujifilm | Fujifilm |
Model | FinePix HS35EXR | S9900w |
Announced | Jan 07, 2013 | Jan 14, 2015 |
Body Type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor | ||
Sensor Type | EXRCMOS | CMOS |
Sensor Size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor Dimensions | 6.4 x 4.8 mm | 6.17 x 4.55 mm |
Sensor Area | 30.72 mm2 | 28.07 mm2 |
Sensor Resolution | 16.0 MP | 16.0 MP |
Max Image Resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max Native ISO | 3,200 | 12,800 |
Max Boosted ISO | 12,800 | n/a |
Min Native ISO | 100 | 100 |
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Lens | ||
Manual Focus | ||
Lens Mount | Fixed lens | Fixed lens |
Number of Lenses | n/a | n/a |
Focal Length Multiplier | n/a | n/a |
Macro Focus Range | 1 | 7 |
AutoFocus | ||
AF Touch | ||
AF Continuous | ||
AF Single | ||
AF Tracking | ||
AF Selective | ||
AF Center | ||
AF Multi Area | ||
AF Live View | ||
AF Face Detection | ||
AF Contrast Detection | ||
AF Phase Detection | ||
Number of Focus Points | n/a | n/a |
Number of Cross Focus Points | 0 | n/a |
Screen | ||
Screen Type | Tilting | Fixed |
Screen Size | 3″ | 3″ |
Screen Resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Live View | ||
Touch Screen | ||
ViewFinder | ||
ViewFinder | Electronic | Electronic |
ViewFinder Resolution | 0k dots | 920k dots |
ViewFinder Coverage | 100% | 97% |
ViewFinder Magnification | ||
Photography Features | ||
Min Shutter Speed | 30 s | 8 s |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/4000 s | 1/1700 s |
Continuous Shooting | 11.0 fps | 10.0 fps |
Shutter Priority | ||
Aperture Priority | ||
Manual Exposure Mode | ||
Exposure Compensation | ||
Custom White Balance | ||
Image Stabilization | ||
Built-in Flash | ||
Flash Range | 7.1 | 7 |
Flash Modes | Auto, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro |
External Flash | ||
AE Bracketing | ||
WB Bracketing | ||
Exposure Modes | ||
Multi-Segment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF-Area | ||
Center Weighted | ||
Video Features | ||
Video Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max Video Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
Video Formats | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone Port | ||
Headphone Port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless Connectivity | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
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Environmental Sealing | ||
Water Proof | ||
Dust Proof | ||
Shock Proof | ||
Crush Proof | ||
Freeze Proof | ||
Weight | 687 g | 670 g |
Physical Dimensions | 131 x 97 x 126 mm | 123 x 87 x 116 mm |
Battery Life | 600 shots | 300 shots |
Battery Type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Model | NP-W126 | 4 x AA |
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Storage Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage Slots | 1 | 1 |
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