FujiFilm S4000 vs Panasonic ZS10
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FujiFilm S4000 vs Panasonic ZS10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump 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
- Additionally referred to as FinePix S4050
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Launched January 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22

FujiFilm S4000 vs Panasonic ZS10 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm S4000 and Panasonic ZS10, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the S4000 (14MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The S4000 was manufactured very close to the ZS10 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm S4000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S4000 grades vs the ZS10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Panasonic ZS10 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S4000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm S4000 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm S4000 over the Panasonic ZS10
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the FujiFilm S4000
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the FujiFilm S4000 and Panasonic ZS10
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
FujiFilm S4000 vs Panasonic ZS10 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The FujiFilm S4000 features external 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 ZS10 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check the FujiFilm S4000 and Panasonic ZS10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the S4000 compared to the ZS10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S4000 and ZS10 is 67 and 91 respectively.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Panasonic ZS10 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The graphic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S4000 and ZS10.
Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs however you may want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration.

FujiFilm S4000 vs Panasonic ZS10 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm S4000 vs Panasonic ZS10 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix S4000 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix S4050 | Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2011-01-25 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
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 | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 2cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
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 | 540g (1.19 lb) | 219g (0.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 118 x 81 x 100mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 300 shots | 260 shots |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $279 | $350 |