Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZS40
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Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZS40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 126g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 240g - 111 x 64 x 34mm
- Announced January 2014
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ60
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS35
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS45
Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZS40 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZS40, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A3400 IS (16MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe A3400 IS was unveiled 23 months earlier than the ZS40 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the A3400 IS grades against the ZS40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZS40 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3400 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The full galleries are provided at Canon A3400 IS Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3400 IS over the Panasonic ZS40
A3400 IS | ZS40 | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS40 over the Canon A3400 IS
ZS40 | A3400 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | February 2012 | More modern by 23 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3400 IS and Panasonic ZS40
A3400 IS | ZS40 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZS40 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon A3400 IS offers outside measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS40 has sizing of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZS40 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the A3400 IS compared to the ZS40.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A3400 IS and ZS40 is 96 and 90 respectively.
Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZS40 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The image here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A3400 IS and ZS40.
As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS40 to give extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged A3400 IS is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Canon A3400 IS vs Panasonic ZS40 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 |
Alternative name | - | Lumix DMC-TZ60 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 126g (0.28 lb) | 240g (0.53 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 111 x 64 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 pictures | 300 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $230 | $450 |