Reasons to choose Finecam S4
Released in 2002, Finecam S4 has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 4.13 MP effective resolution, and a 210 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.


The Finecam S4 and Finecam S5R have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
These cameras were released 1 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
The Finecam S4 and Finecam S5R have the same sensor area. The Finecam S5R has the lighter body. The Finecam S5R has the higher effective resolution. The Finecam S5R is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Released in 2002, Finecam S4 has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 4.13 MP effective resolution, and a 210 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Released in 2003, Finecam S5R has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 5 MP effective resolution, and a 180 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.