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FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic ZS40

Portability
94
Imaging
36
Features
16
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix AV200 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 front
Portability
90
Imaging
42
Features
58
Overall
48

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic ZS40 Key Specs

FujiFilm AV200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Alternative Name is FinePix AV205
Panasonic ZS40
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
  • 240g - 111 x 64 x 34mm
  • Introduced January 2014
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ60
  • Succeeded the Panasonic ZS35
  • Renewed by Panasonic ZS45
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic ZS40 Overview

In this write-up, we are comparing the FujiFilm AV200 versus Panasonic ZS40, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the AV200 (14MP) and ZS40 (18MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The AV200 was manufactured 4 years prior to the ZS40 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the AV200 scores vs the ZS40 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV200 over the Panasonic ZS40

 AV200 ZS40 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS40 over the FujiFilm AV200

 ZS40 AV200 
IntroducedJanuary 2014January 2011Newer by 36 months
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing
Display sizing3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution920k230kCrisper display (+690k dot)

Common features in the FujiFilm AV200 and Panasonic ZS40

 AV200 ZS40 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch display Neither features Touch display

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic ZS40 Physical Comparison

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm AV200 enjoys exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS40 has measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Check out the FujiFilm AV200 versus Panasonic ZS40 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the AV200 versus the ZS40.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic ZS40 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the AV200 and ZS40 is 94 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic ZS40 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic ZS40 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the AV200 and ZS40.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS40 to resolve more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged AV200 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic ZS40 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic ZS40 Portrait photography factors
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
51
focusing manually
decent sensor resolution (18MP)
supports face detect focusing
saves RAW formats
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Street photography highlights
Panasonic ZS40 Street photography highlights
47
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
69
has image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
lighter than average (240g)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Sports photography details
Panasonic ZS40 Sports photography details
29
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,400s)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
terrible battery life (180 per charge)
has no phase detect autofocus
54
excellent zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (18MP)
supports tracking focus
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Travel photography factors
Panasonic ZS40 Travel photography factors
56
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
flash built-in
no Timelapse function
terrible battery life (180 per charge)
does not have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (32mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
69
lighter than average (240g)
decent sensor resolution (18MP)
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
long reach (720mm)
no Time Lapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Landscape photography info
Panasonic ZS40 Landscape photography info
27
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (32mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW format
terrible battery life (180 CIPA)
no Timelapse function
55
focusing manually
pretty wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (18 megapixels)
saves RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
no Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Vlogging info
Panasonic ZS40 Vlogging info
22
wide angle not great (32mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
does not have selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone port
34
pretty wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than average (240 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
no mic jack
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Panasonic ZS40 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV200 and Panasonic ZS40
 FujiFilm FinePix AV200Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40
General Information
Make FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AV200 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40
Also Known as FinePix AV205 Lumix DMC-TZ60
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2011-01-05 2014-01-06
Body design Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Venus Engine
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 18 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4288 x 3216 4896 x 3672
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest boosted ISO 3200 6400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 23
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 32-96mm (3.0x) 24-720mm (30.0x)
Maximal aperture f/2.9-5.2 f/3.3-6.4
Macro focusing range - 3cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 3"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 920 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT LCD with AR coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 200 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8s 4s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 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
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/30p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic input
Headphone input
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
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168g (0.37 lbs) 240g (0.53 lbs)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 111 x 64 x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 180 shots 300 shots
Battery format AA Battery Pack
Battery ID 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Launch cost $0 $450