FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS40
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FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-165mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Additionally referred to as FinePix AX355
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push 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
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ60
- Old Model is Panasonic ZS35
- Later Model is Panasonic ZS45

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS40 Overview
Following is a detailed review of the FujiFilm AX350 versus Panasonic ZS40, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the AX350 (16MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The AX350 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the ZS40 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the AX350 grades versus the ZS40 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS40 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for FujiFilm FinePix AX350 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm AX350 Gallery & Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm AX350 over the Panasonic ZS40
AX350 | ZS40 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS40 over the FujiFilm AX350
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 36 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm AX350 and Panasonic ZS40
AX350 | ZS40 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS40 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AX350 comes with outside dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS40 has dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Take a look at the FujiFilm AX350 versus Panasonic ZS40 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the AX350 vs the ZS40.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the AX350 and ZS40 is 94 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS40 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the AX350 and ZS40.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic ZS40 to deliver more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged AX350 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm AX350 vs Panasonic ZS40 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix AX350 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 |
Also called as | FinePix AX355 | Lumix DMC-TZ60 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3440 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 33-165mm (5.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 168 grams (0.37 lbs) | 240 grams (0.53 lbs) |
Physical 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 Overall 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 photographs | 300 photographs |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $0 | $450 |