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Fujifilm FinePix S4000 Review | 108 Data compared

Avg. price:~£140Sensor size:1/2.3"Weight:540 gBattery life (CIPA):300 shots

Fujifilm FinePix S4000 Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

4.1

Overall score

Score
4.1/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best cameras on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

90%

4.1

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–¼Worse than 90% of cameras
4.1

Technical score

Technical score
4.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

28%

4.1

Sensor & Image

25%

4.8

Photo Features

18%

3.1

Video & Audio

14%

4.5

Display & Design

8%

4.8

Battery & Power

7%

2.6

Connectivity & Storage

â–¼Worse than 85% of cameras
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Technical Specifications of camera Fujifilm FinePix S4000

Technical score
Technical score
4.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components:

28%

4.1

Sensor & Image

25%

4.8

Photo Features

18%

3.1

Video & Audio

14%

4.5

Display & Design

8%

4.8

Battery & Power

7%

2.6

Connectivity & Storage

4.1
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Fujifilm FinePix S4000 has a popularity score of 1, which is lower than 51.3% of cameras.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components:

60%

4.1

Overall score

40%

9.8

Price

5.8
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This camera uses a sensor classified as 1/2.3"; it is smaller than the sensor in 60.5% of cameras and the same size as the sensor in 38.1% of cameras.
Main camera megapixels
14 MP
Main camera megapixels
14 MP
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
This camera has a sensor resolution of 14 MP, which is lower than that of 78.6% of cameras and equal to that of 3.5% of cameras.
Main camera pixel size
1.41 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.41 µm
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
This camera has sensor pixels measuring 1.41 µm, which are smaller than those in 72.1% of cameras and the same size as those in 0.9% of cameras.
Base ISO
64
Base ISO
64
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Market range: <80 – >200
This camera has a base ISO of 64 which is lower than that of 95.8% of cameras and equal to that of 3.4% of cameras.
Max ISO
ISO 1600 ISO
Max ISO
ISO 1,600
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
This camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of ISO 1,600, which is lower than that of 85.9% of cameras and equal to that of 13.2% of cameras.
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Lens mount
N/A
Built-in focus motor
no
Built-in focus motor
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This camera does not have a built-in focus motor. 11% of cameras have a built-in focus motor.
N. of focus points
?
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
â–¼ Worse than 37% of models
This camera does not support phase-detection autofocus for photos. 37.5% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
yes
AF tracking
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This camera supports AF tracking. This feature is available on 88% of cameras.
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Max video resolution
1,280 px
Max video resolution
1,280 px
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
This camera supports 1,280 px video recording which is lower quality than that of 71.4% of cameras and equal to that of 18.5% of cameras.
Video bitrate
9 Mbps
Video bitrate
9 Mbps
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
This camera has a video bitrate of 9 Mbps which is lower than that of 92.7% of cameras and equal to that of 4.9% of cameras.
Video bit depth
8 bit
Video bit depth
8 bit
â–¼ Worse than 12% of models
This camera supports video at 8 bit, a bit depth higher than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 80.6% of cameras.
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This camera supports 4:2:0 video chroma subsampling which is more advanced than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 69.9% of cameras.
Video codecs
Motion JPEG
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Type
bridge
Weight
540 g
Weight
540 g
â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Market range: <142 g – >812 g
This camera weighs 540 g which is heavier than 67.8% of cameras and equal to the weight of 0.5% of cameras.
Width
118 mm
Width
118 mm
â–² Better than 53% of models
Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
This camera has a width of 118 mm which is narrower than 52.7% of cameras and equal to that of 0.4% of cameras.
Height
80.9 mm
Height
80.9 mm
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
This camera has a height of 80.9 mm which is taller than 57.4% of cameras and equal to that of 0.1% of cameras.
Thickness
100 mm
Thickness
100 mm
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
This camera has a thickness of 100 mm which is thicker than 92.9% of cameras and equal to that of 0.4% of cameras.
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Battery life (CIPA)
300 shots
Battery life (CIPA)
300 shots
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
This camera has a CIPA-rated battery life of 300 shots, which is shorter than that of 57.8% of cameras and equal to that of 6.7% of cameras.
500 with Ni-MH AA.
Battery capacity
N/A
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This camera has a removable battery, and 98.7% of cameras include one.
Uses 4x AA batteries.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This camera does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.1% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This camera does not support Wi-Fi. 47.9% of cameras include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
Bluetooth connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
This camera does not have Bluetooth. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
â–¼ Worse than 15% of models
This camera does not include USB Type-C. 14.6% of cameras use USB-C.
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Fujifilm FinePix S4000 vs the average camera

246810TotalDisplay & DesignSensor & ImagePhoto FeaturesVideo & AudioBattery & PowerConnectivity & Storage
  • In-body stabilization
    Sensor-shift stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This camera supports in-body stabilization, the average camera does not.
  • Better viewfinder type
    Viewfinder type
    electronic
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This camera uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).
    electronic vs none
  • In-camera panorama mode
    In-camera panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes an in-camera panorama mode, the average camera does not.
    Motion Panorama
  • 4.23x more optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    30 x
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <1 x – >35 x
    40% more optical zoom: this camera offers 30 x, compared with 7.1 x on the average camera.
    The built-in lens provides 30x optical zoom.
    30 x vs 7.1 x
  • Better viewfinder type
    Viewfinder type
    electronic
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    This camera uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).
    electronic vs none
  • In-body stabilization
    Sensor-shift stabilization
    yes
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    This camera supports in-body stabilization, the average camera does not.
  • In-camera panorama mode
    In-camera panorama mode
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes an in-camera panorama mode, the average camera does not.
    Motion Panorama
  • 4.23x more optical zoom
    Optical zoom
    30 x
    â–² Better than 85% of models
    Market range: <1 x – >35 x
    40% more optical zoom: this camera offers 30 x, compared with 7.1 x on the average camera.
    The built-in lens provides 30x optical zoom.
    30 x vs 7.1 x
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • 2160000 dots lower EVF resolution
    EVF resolution
    200,000 dots
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <201.6k dots – >5760k dots
    This camera has a lower EVF resolution than the average camera (200000 dots vs 2360000 dots). The average camera has an EVF resolution of 2360000 dots.
    200000 dots vs 2360000 dots
  • 4.5 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    1.2 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (1.2 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    1.2 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • 1.93 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.41 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.4 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.41 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • Lower video resolution
    Max video resolution
    1,280 px
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera records lower-resolution video than the average camera (1280 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    1280 px vs 1920 px
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus (video)
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 93% less popular
    Fujifilm FinePix S4000 is less popular than the average camera (1 vs 1.9).
    1 vs 1.93
  • 6.9% worse value for money
    Fujifilm FinePix S4000 has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera (5.8 vs 6.2).
    5.8 vs 6.2
  • 2160000 dots lower EVF resolution
    EVF resolution
    200,000 dots
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <201.6k dots – >5760k dots
    This camera has a lower EVF resolution than the average camera (200000 dots vs 2360000 dots). The average camera has an EVF resolution of 2360000 dots.
    200000 dots vs 2360000 dots
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 3 % lower viewfinder coverage
    Viewfinder coverage
    97 %
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <95 % – >100 %
    This camera has a lower viewfinder coverage than the average camera (97 % vs 100 %). The average camera has viewfinder coverage of 100 %.
    97 % vs 100 %
  • 145 g heavier
    Weight
    540 g
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is heavier than the average camera (540 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    540 g vs 395 g
  • 54 mm thicker
    Thickness
    100 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thicker than the average camera (100 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    100 mm vs 46 mm
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • 1.93 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.41 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.4 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.41 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • Lower sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    14 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    This camera has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (14 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    14 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 4,800 ISO lower maximum sensitivity limit
    Max ISO
    1,600 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1.6k ISO – >40k ISO
    This camera has a lower maximum sensitivity than the average camera (1600 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of 6400 ISO.
    1,600 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • 18,900 ISO lower extended sensitivity limit
    Max expanded ISO
    6,400 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >102.4k ISO
    This camera has a lower expanded ISO than the average camera (6400 ISO vs 25300 ISO). The average camera reaches an expanded ISO of 25300 ISO.
    Reduced resolution only.
    6,400 ISO vs 25,300 ISO
  • 2 older
    Release date
    2011
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This camera is older than the average camera (2011 vs 2013). The average camera was released in 2013.
    March 2011
    2,011 vs 2,013
  • 4.5 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    1.2 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (1.2 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    1.2 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • 1 stops less CIPA-rated stabilization
    Image stabilization rating (CIPA)
    3 stops
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <2.5 stops – >7.5 stops
    This camera offers less CIPA-rated stabilization than the average camera (3 stops vs 4 stops). The average camera reaches 4 stops.
    3 stops vs 4 stops
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • No manual focus mode
    Manual focus
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual focus, the average camera does. 71.7% of cameras include a manual focus mode.
  • 22 s shorter maximum exposure
    Longest shutter speed
    8 s
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <4 s – >1.8k s
    This camera supports a shorter maximum exposure than the average camera (8 s s vs 30 s s). The average camera supports a longest shutter speed of 30 s s.
    8 s vs 30 s
  • Lower video resolution
    Max video resolution
    1,280 px
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera records lower-resolution video than the average camera (1280 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    1280 px vs 1920 px
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus (video)
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    N. of microphones
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This camera has fewer microphones than the average camera (1 vs 2). The average camera has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • 21 Mbps lower video bitrate
    Video bitrate
    9 Mbps
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
    This camera has a lower video bitrate than the average camera (9 Mbps vs 30 Mbps). The average camera records at 30 Mbps.
    9 Mbps vs 30 Mbps
  • 30 shots fewer shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    300 shots
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has shorter battery life than the average camera (300 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    500 with Ni-MH AA.
    300 shots vs 330 shots
  • Older HDMI version
    HDMI version
    1.3
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This camera uses HDMI 1.3, while the average camera uses HDMI 1.4.
    1.3 vs 1.4

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chip.de
29/08/2011
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What we like about Fujifilm FinePix S4000

  • Powerful 30x optical zoom lens with wide-angle capability (24mm equivalent)
  • Excellent value for money, especially for beginner or budget photographers
  • Uses widely available AA batteries, which many users find convenient for travel
  • Ergonomic DSLR-style design with a comfortable, chunky grip
  • User-friendly interface and physical buttons that are easy to navigate
  • Good image quality and rich colours when shooting in bright daylight
  • Helpful on-screen feedback for focus, blur, and blink detection
  • Features an electronic viewfinder (EVF) which aids shooting in bright light

What we don't like about Fujifilm FinePix S4000

  • Poor low-light performance with significant digital noise and graininess at higher ISOs
  • Aggressive noise reduction and sharpening can give images a 'painted' or 'watercolor' look when cropped
  • Slow autofocus performance, particularly in indoor or dim environments
  • Noticeable shutter lag and slow startup time when trying to zoom into playback images
  • Lack of a manual zoom ring on the lens barrel; uses a stepped zoom switch instead
  • Plastic body construction lacks the durability of higher-end metal cameras
  • Requires a tripod for clear shots when the zoom is fully extended due to stability issues
  • Included camera software is considered basic and outdated by some users

Verdict

The Fujifilm FinePix S4000 is a bridge camera featuring a 14-megapixel CCD sensor and a versatile 30x optical zoom Fujinon lens (24-720mm equivalent). Key characteristics include a 3-inch 460k-dot LCD screen, an electronic viewfinder (EVF), 720p HD video recording, and dual image stabilisation. Its main pros are the massive focal range for wildlife or sports, full manual exposure controls (P/S/A/M), and convenient power from four AA batteries. However, it suffers from slow autofocus in low light, significant digital noise at higher ISO settings, and the lack of RAW support.

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