FujiFilm S4000 vs Panasonic ZR1
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FujiFilm S4000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 540g - 118 x 81 x 100mm
- Announced January 2011
- Also Known as FinePix S4050
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Released July 2009
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
FujiFilm S4000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview
Here, we are matching up the FujiFilm S4000 versus Panasonic ZR1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S4000 (14MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S4000 was revealed 18 months after the ZR1 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S4000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S4000 grades versus the ZR1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
FujiFilm S4000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix S4000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1. The full galleries are viewable at FujiFilm S4000 Gallery & Panasonic ZR1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S4000 over the Panasonic ZR1
S4000 | ZR1 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | July 2009 | More modern by 18 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the FujiFilm S4000
ZR1 | S4000 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm S4000 and Panasonic ZR1
S4000 | ZR1 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
FujiFilm S4000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The FujiFilm S4000 enjoys physical dimensions of 118mm x 81mm x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") and a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR1 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the FujiFilm S4000 versus Panasonic ZR1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S4000 against the ZR1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S4000 and ZR1 is 67 and 94 respectively.
FujiFilm S4000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S4000 and ZR1.
Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the FujiFilm S4000 to show greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent S4000 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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FujiFilm S4000 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 |
Also Known as | FinePix S4050 | Lumix DMC-ZX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2009-07-27 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 25-200mm (8.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 540 grams (1.19 lb) | 158 grams (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | 300 pictures | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $279 | $280 |