Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic FZ40
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic FZ40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 205g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 494g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Released July 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FZ45
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic FZ40 Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Panasonic FZ40, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR400 (16MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe EX-ZR400 was released 2 years later than the FZ40 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR400 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the EX-ZR400 grades vs the FZ40 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic FZ40 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The complete galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR400 Gallery & Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR400 over the Panasonic FZ40
EX-ZR400 | FZ40 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | July 2010 | Fresher by 31 months | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ40 over the Casio EX-ZR400
FZ40 | EX-ZR400 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR400 and Panasonic FZ40
EX-ZR400 | FZ40 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic FZ40 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR400 features outside dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ40 has proportions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-ZR400 versus Panasonic FZ40 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-ZR400 compared to the FZ40.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR400 and FZ40 is 92 and 68 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic FZ40 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at specs. The graphic here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR400 and FZ40.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Casio EX-ZR400 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer EX-ZR400 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
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Casio EX-ZR400 vs Panasonic FZ40 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Panasonic |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-ZR400 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ45 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2010-07-21 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 30.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.70 m | 9.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD Lite |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 pounds) | 494 gr (1.09 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-130 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $0 | $420 |