Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS40
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![Fujifilm FinePix JV150 front Fujifilm FinePix JV150 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Fujifilm-FinePix-JV150/Fujifilm-JV150-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS40/Panasonic-ZS40-front.jpg)
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Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS40 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 37-111mm (F3.2-4.3) lens
- 126g - 93 x 55 x 21mm
- Announced February 2010
(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
- Successor is Panasonic ZS45
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Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS40 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Fujifilm JV150 versus Panasonic ZS40, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm JV150 (14MP) and ZS40 (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The Fujifilm JV150 was brought out 4 years prior to the ZS40 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm JV150 grades versus the ZS40 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS40 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix JV150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm JV150 Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JV150 over the Panasonic ZS40
Fujifilm JV150 | ZS40 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS40 over the Fujifilm JV150
ZS40 | Fujifilm JV150 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 47 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm JV150 and Panasonic ZS40
Fujifilm JV150 | ZS40 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS40 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JV150 has physical dimensions of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS40 has dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Analyze the Fujifilm JV150 versus Panasonic ZS40 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm JV150 vs the ZS40.
![Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS40 size comparison Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS40 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-JV150-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS40-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JV150 and ZS40 is 96 and 90 respectively.
![Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS40 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS40 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-JV150-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS40-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS40 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm JV150 and ZS40.
As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic ZS40 to result in more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm JV150 will be behind in sensor innovation.
![Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS40 sensor size comparison Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS40 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-JV150-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS40-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS40 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-FinePix-JV150-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS40-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Fujifilm JV150 vs Panasonic ZS40 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix JV150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix JV150 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ60 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | 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 surface 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 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-111mm (3.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-4.3 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 200 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 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 | ||
White balance 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), 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 data 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 126 gr (0.28 lb) | 240 gr (0.53 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 55 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 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 |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $0 | $450 |