FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS40
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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix JZ305
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase 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
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS35
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS45

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS40 Overview
Below is a complete analysis of the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS40, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the JZ300 (12MP) and ZS40 (18MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The JZ300 was brought out 4 years earlier than the ZS40 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the JZ300 matches up against the ZS40 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS40 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm JZ300 Gallery & Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ300 over the Panasonic ZS40
JZ300 | ZS40 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS40 over the FujiFilm JZ300
ZS40 | JZ300 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 47 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the FujiFilm JZ300 and Panasonic ZS40
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS40 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JZ300 features external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS40 has measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Compare the FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS40 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the JZ300 and the ZS40.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the JZ300 and ZS40 is 93 and 90 respectively.

FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS40 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The graphic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the JZ300 and ZS40.
All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic ZS40 to offer extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The older JZ300 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

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FujiFilm JZ300 vs Panasonic ZS40 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix JZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 |
Alternate name | FinePix JZ305 | Lumix DMC-TZ60 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-02-02 | 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 measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.6 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 2.60 m | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 168g (0.37 lbs) | 240g (0.53 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" 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 | - | 300 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $180 | $450 |